Cook

Fulenwider Group; West Jefferson (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Fulenwider Group in West Jefferson, NC is seeking team members to prepare and cook food in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities include using large cooking equipment and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.

The ideal candidate excels in communication and teamwork, can work well under pressure, and has a high school education or relevant vocational training. Flexible availability for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of or ability to learn sanitation and regulations for workplace safety.
• Basic understanding of or ability to learn food-handling techniques and preparation.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepares world-famous chicken cooked to order or kept warm until sold.
• Operates large-volume cooking equipment like griddles and fryers.
• Maintains overall sanitation and safety standards for food preparation.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work efficiently and quickly

Ability to work well as part of a team

Ability to maintain personal cleanliness

Education

High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics

Job description

Job Location

KFC 51 Beaver Creek School Rd, West Jefferson, NC | E320007 - West Jefferson, NC 28694

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.