Cook - Fast-Paced Kitchen with Tip Share & Growth

Smashburger | New Jersey; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip share up to $2/hr

50% meals discount

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match

Career growth

Free uniform & hat

Job summary

Smashburger in Clifton, NJ is seeking a Cook to join our team and deliver the Smashburger experience. You will prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring quality and efficiency while maintaining cleanliness and food safety.

No experience is required and training is provided; must be 16 years or older and able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. A reliable, flexible schedule including nights and weekends is expected.

Qualifications

• No experience required – training provided.
• Must be 16 years or older.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-heat kitchen environment.
• Reliable and flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays).
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify employer).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards.
• Ensure food quality, accuracy, and efficiency.
• Work closely with teammates in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Follow systems for prep, stocking, and closing.
• Support team members and assist in the dining area as needed.

Skills

No experience

Age 16+

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 50 lbs

Teamwork

High-heat environment

Flexible schedule

Work authorization (US)

Job description

Smashburger in Clifton, NJ is seeking a Cook to join our team and deliver the Smashburger experience. You will prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring quality and efficiency while maintaining cleanliness and food safety.

No experience is required and training is provided; must be 16 years or older and able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs. A reliable, flexible schedule including nights and weekends is expected.