Cook

Fulenwider Group; King (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulenwider Group in King, NC is looking for a team-oriented individual to prepare and cook food in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes maintaining high standards of food safety and cleanliness while collaborating effectively with team members.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication skills and an ability to perform well under pressure. A high school or vocational education in kitchen basics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares world-famous chicken cooked to order or kept warm until sold.
• Operates large-volume cooking equipment such as griddles, grills, or deep fryers.
• Prepares, washes, and cuts food to be cooked.
• Follows food order instructions to verify quality and quantity.
• Maintains sanitation and safety standards in food preparation areas.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety

Food-handling techniques

Ability to work efficiently and quickly

Teamwork skills

Ability to work under pressure

Personal cleanliness

Education

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Taco Bell, 109 Ingram Dr., King, NC 27021 | 32475 - King, NC 27021

Duties/Responsibilities

• Prepares world-famous chicken that is cooked to order or kept warm until ordered and sold.
• Operates large-volume cooking equipment such as griddles, grills, or deep fryers.
• Prepares, washes, and cuts food to be cooked.
• Prepares and cooks food according to instructions provided on food order slips or through verbal directions; verifies the quality and quantity of all orders.
• Maintains overall sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards for food preparation areas, cooking services, and dishes and utensils.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn basic sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.

Education and Experience

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, such as food safety, preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.