Cook

Fulenwider Group; North Port (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulenwider Group in North Port, FL is seeking a motivated kitchen worker to prepare and cook chicken to order and keep items warm for service.

You will operate commercial fryers and griddles, wash and cut ingredients, and ensure sanitation, safety, and quality. Teamwork and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn sanitation regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly.
• Able to work well as part of a team.
• Able to work under pressure.
• Maintain personal cleanliness.

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.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Sanitation basics

Food handling basics

Efficient / quick work

Team player

Works well under pressure

Maintains personal cleanliness

Education

High school or vocational coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Job Location

KFC 5682 Tuscola Blvd, North Port, FL 34287 | E320151 - North Port, FL 34287

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

• 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.