Cook

Wingstop; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals while working

Job summary

Wingstop in Milford, Delaware is seeking a cook to prepare quality food while ensuring compliance with company standards. The responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and practicing safe cooking procedures.

Ideal candidates will have a guest service mindset and at least one year of cooking experience. This position offers discounted meals while working.

Qualifications

• Professional cooking experience preferred (1 year).
• Experience in a restaurant environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare quality food consistently and in compliance with company standards.
• Assist in keeping the kitchen clean throughout the shift.
• Follow safe cooking procedures and handle kitchen equipment properly.

Skills

Guest service mentality

Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor

Well organized and detail oriented

Strong work ethic

Ability to practice safe cooking procedures

Job description

Wingstop’s mission is to serve the world flavor. Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand‑cut seasoned fries and any of our famous sides. For people who demand flavor in everything they do, there's only Wingstop. We are looking for team members who want to deliver a flavor experience.

A Wingstop cook is responsible for preparing quality food that tastes great and is consistent from day‑to‑day. This position is critical to Wingstop Restaurants, ensuring compliance with company standards in all areas of operation, including product preparation. The cook maintains the highest quality products and services, follows proper personal hygiene and sanitation procedures, and focuses on the job in a calm, yet efficient manner.

Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; and is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We recognize that people are our finest asset. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of race, creed, color, religion or belief, national origin, sex, ancestry, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or sexual orientation or any other classification protected by law.

Experience

• Professional cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cooking: 1 year (Preferred)
• Line cook: 1 year (Preferred)

Benefits

• Discounted meals while working

Additional Information

• Cook and restaurant experience is a plus!

Key Skills/Abilities

• Guest service mentality; genuine desire to serve the customer.
• Maintains a calm, tactful demeanor when dealing with difficult situations.
• Manages multiple projects and timelines with a sense of urgency and follow-through.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Ongoing learner; exhibits insatiable curiosity and interest in self‑improvement.
• Outgoing personality.
• Strong work ethic.
• Ensures that each guest has a positive, long‑lasting impression of the Wingstop experience.
• Ability to practice safe cooking procedures.
• Quickly scans and comprehends order tickets.
• Accurately counts the number of Bone‑In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless Strips needed for each order.
• Coordinates the cooking time of Bone‑In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless Strips and fries with the corresponding timer.
• According to Wingstop standards, sauces, seasons and packages all orders.
• Accurately counts the cooked Bone‑In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless Strips into the proper sauce bowls.
• Cook and prepares Bone‑In Wings, Boneless Wings and Boneless Strips, and fries in the proper fryers and baskets.
• Filters and freshens the fryer shortening daily, following all safety procedures and with proper safety equipment.
• Assists in keeping the kitchen clean throughout the shift, maintaining clean‑as‑you‑go and at closing time.
• Immediately notifies the Manager on Duty of all safety, sanitation, or employee issues.
• Assists other employees as needed.
• Follows directions given by Manager or Supervisor.
• Thoroughly understands the importance of good hygiene and food safety.
• Follows instructions on how to properly handle kitchen equipment and procedures.

Location

Airpark Plaza, 945 N Dupont Blvd, Milford, DE 19963, USA