Cook

Fulenwider Group; Welch (WV); On-site; USD 12,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

KFC Welch is seeking a motivated cook to prepare and cook items to order, operate fryers and grills, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen environment on site in Welch, WV. The role requires the ability to work quickly, communicate clearly, and collaborate with team members during busy periods.

Qualifications include strong verbal and written communication, basic sanitation knowledge, and food-handling skills.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Basic understanding of sanitation and workplace safety regulations.
• Basic understanding of food-handling techniques, preparation and cooking procedures.
• Ability to work efficiently and quickly, and to maintain personal cleanliness.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and cooks food per order notes or verbal directions.
• Operates cooking equipment (griddles, grills, fryers) and maintains clean workstations.
• Ensures sanitation, health, cleanliness, and safety standards in food areas.
• Prepares, washes, and cuts food items as needed for orders.
• Keeps up with orders; works well under pressure and as part of a team.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Sanitation knowledge

Food handling

Team player

Under pressure

Education

High school coursework

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: KFC 909 Virginia Ave, Welch, WV 24801 | E320093 - Welch, WV 24801

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.