Cook

Hwy 55 of Lenoir; Lenoir (NC); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a forward-thinking restaurant where your energy and competitive spirit can shine! As a cook at Hwy 55, you'll be part of a supportive family that values every guest's experience. With flexible scheduling and comprehensive training, you'll learn essential skills while enjoying free meals and opportunities for advancement. Whether you're looking to build a career or just gain valuable experience, this role offers a pathway to leadership and even business ownership. If you're ready to hustle with a smile and make a difference in people's days, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Paid comprehensive training

Free or discounted meals

Positive atmosphere

Pathway to leadership positions

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities to build resume

Qualifications

• No previous kitchen experience required; must be eager to learn and take initiative.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, physically demanding role.

Responsibilities

• Cook and prepare high-quality food with attention to detail.
• Maintain a positive atmosphere and ensure food safety standards.

Skills

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Food preparation

Customer service

Quality assurance

Food safety procedures

Job description

Hwy 55 is looking for folks with great hustle and competitive drive to join our cook team. If you have awesome energy and thrive in a fast-paced environment, you may be a good fit for us!

Flexible scheduling is available and we are happy to work around school activities and schedules. No previous kitchen or restaurant-specific experience necessary; all we ask is that you be coachable, excited to learn, and willing to take initiative.

Join the Hwy 55 Family and receive:

• Paid comprehensive training with opportunities to retrain in various roles.
• Free or discounted meals during your shift depending on length of shift.
• A positive and empowering atmosphere.
• A clear pathway to leadership positions.
• Opportunities to build your resume and gain valuable skills you can take with you into any career path.
• Flexible scheduling.

Your role at Hwy 55:

• Value the stories of all guests who walk through our doors and commit to making their days brighter.
• Cook and prepare delicious, high-quality food, the way you would serve your family or your best friend.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, high-energy atmosphere.
• Implement proper quality assurance and food-safety procedures.
• Hustle with a smile and a great attitude.

Our Ideal Teammate:

• Excels in a fast-paced environment and handles stressful situations well.
• Loves helping others and being part of a team.
• Willing and able to work in a physically demanding role (able to lift up to 40 lbs. and stay on feet for several hours).

Starting pay is dependent on experience. All Cooks begin as Trainees. After training is complete, Team Members receive guaranteed pay increases as they advance in levels. Leadership roles begin at Level III and are readily available, and we choose and promote all of our leadership internally.

The career opportunities at Hwy 55 go beyond management. Unlike our competitors, we don't believe in searching for outside investors to own our franchises. Over 60 of our current franchisees began their careers at Hwy as cooks or servers. The opportunity to own your own business is available to ALL Hwy 55 employees.