Cook

Taco Bell; Lincolnton (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A popular fast-food restaurant in Lincolnton is seeking a cook to prepare our signature chicken dishes. The ideal candidate will operate equipment like grills and deep fryers, maintain a clean workspace, and work efficiently under pressure. Candidates should preferably have high school coursework in kitchen basics and be able to work during early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Join our team in delivering high-quality food to our customers.

Responsibilities

• Prepares chicken that is cooked to order.
• Operates large-volume cooking equipment.
• Prepares and cuts food to be cooked.
• Cooks food according to order slips or verbal instructions.
• Maintains cleanliness and safety standards.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety

Ability to learn food-handling techniques

Ability to work efficiently and quickly

Teamwork

Ability to work well under pressure

Maintain personal cleanliness

Education

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

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.