Cook-Brentwood

Taziki's Mediterranean Cafe; Brentwood (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip pool

Free meals

Flexible schedule

Daily pay

Career path to ownership

No late nights

Great environment

Medical & dental options

401k match

Paid time off potential

Job summary

Taziki's Café in Brentwood, TN is hiring Kitchen Team Members to prepare fresh Mediterranean-inspired dishes in a fast-paced environment. Expect base pay starting at $12 per hour plus a high-paying tip pool and daily pay options; enjoy free meals on every shift and a flexible schedule.

No prior experience required—training is provided. You’ll learn kitchen fundamentals, safety, and teamwork while contributing to a great guest experience and a supportive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experience preferred but not required; training provided.
• Proper knife skills.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment.
• Good communication skills in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work flexibly across shifts.

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh food items daily and accurately.
• Set up and stocking of stations with all necessary supplies.
• Menu and product knowledge.
• Managing orders efficiently.
• Preparing catering orders.
• Proper food handling and storage of food products.
• Maintaining hygiene, uniform, and appearance.
• Maintaining health department standards during each shift.
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen, dish, and prep areas.
• Performing opening and closing duties.
• Completing course certifications for Kitchen Team Members.

Skills

Good communication

Fast-paced work

Reliable

Flexible schedule

Team player

Job description

• Base pay starting at $12 per hour PLUS a High-Paying Tip Pool!
• FREE Delicious Meals on every shift!
• Flexible Schedule!
• Career Path to Ownership!
• The option to get paid daily!

Benefits Offered | Wage Information

• Base pay starting at $12 per hour PLUS a High-Paying Tip Pool!
• FREE Delicious Meals on every shift!
• No late nights, no early mornings!
• Flexible Schedule!
• Great Environment!
• Career Path to Ownership!
• The option to get paid daily!

Plus, once you're eligible:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Disability Insurance options!
• Paid Time Off potential!
• 401k program with employer match!

We get it – you want a flexible job you’re excited about, co-workers you enjoy, and work you can be proud of. You can find that at Taziki’s. Experience is great, but not required - we can teach you everything you need!

Responsibilities

• Preparing fresh food items daily and accurately
• Set up and stocking of stations with all necessary supplies
• Menu and product knowledge
• Managing orders efficiently
• Preparing catering orders
• Proper food handling and storage of food products
• Maintaining proper hygiene, uniform, and appearance
• Maintaining health department standards throughout each shift
• Cleaning and maintaining kitchen, dish, and prep areas
• Performing shift-side work to include opening and closing duties
• Completing all course certifications for Kitchen Team Members in our training platform

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Experienced preferred but not required - we will train you!
• Proper knife skills
• Ability to operate all necessary kitchen equipment
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with the team as necessary
• Strong work ethic with passion and urgency
• Dependable and reliable
• Work flexible schedule
• Professional attitude and respect for coworkers, the establishment, and the brand

All Employees Must

• Understand and abide by all company standards and policies (provided in your handbook)
• Obtain a Food Handler’s card shortly after beginning employment

Your Working Conditions/ Hours

A typical work day at Taziki’s may look like:

• Morning shift - 8am - 4pm
• Evenings - 4pm - 10pm
• Weekends - when applicable
• Holidays - when applicable (always CLOSED Thanksgiving & Christmas!)

Hours will vary by store.

You’ll work in a typical restaurant kitchen environment which includes but is not limited to using equipment such as a flattop and char grill, oven, slicer, mixer and food processor.

Your Physical Requirements

• Prolonged Standing
• Bending
• Stooping
• Twisting
• Lifting/ Carrying up to 30 pounds
• Cooking

Company Overview

Taziki's Café is a fast-casual restaurant brand with more than 90 locations in 17 states. Our menu is Mediterranean-inspired with a Southern flair, and our mission is to create an environment that combines modern Mediterranean fare with meaningful human connection. We are a family of big-hearted foodies committed to making an impact in our communities!

Taziki’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer