Cook/Fryer

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen; New York (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen is hiring for a full-time kitchen role in New York. You will prepare and cook Popeyes menu items per recipes and procedures, operate fryers and kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety and quality standards are met.

The position requires teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. The role emphasizes proper food handling, adherence to safety procedures, and maintaining clean workstations.

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, kitchen, cooking, or food-service experience is preferred but not required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive kitchen tasks.
• Ability to safely handle hot oil, cooking equipment, and food products.
• Strong attention to cleanliness, food safety, and product quality.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and follow Popeyes operating procedures and recipes.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food products according to Popeyes recipes, procedures, and quality standards.
• Operate and monitor fryers, cooking equipment, and other kitchen appliances safely and correctly.
• Prepare chicken, seafood, fries, and other menu items while maintaining proper cooking times and temperatures.
• Ensure all food is cooked thoroughly and meets established quality and presentation standards.
• Monitor food levels and communicate with the kitchen team when additional products need to be prepared.
• Follow proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and food safety procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary cooking and food preparation area.
• Regularly check and maintain appropriate oil quality and fryer cleanliness.
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products according to company procedures.
• Minimize food waste by following portioning and preparation guidelines.
• Clean and sanitize cooking equipment, workstations, utensils, and kitchen areas.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and report equipment problems or safety hazards to management.
• Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining accuracy and food quality.
• Communicate effectively with team members, cashiers, and management to ensure smooth restaurant operations.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Restaurant Manager or Shift Leader.

Skills

Fast-paced work

Team player

Attention to cleanliness

Food safety knowledge

Reliable and punctual

Willingness to learn Popeyes recipes

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food products according to Popeyes recipes, procedures, and quality standards..
• Operate and monitor fryers, cooking equipment, and other kitchen appliances safely and correctly..
• Prepare chicken, seafood, fries, and other menu items while maintaining proper cooking times and temperatures..
• Ensure all food is cooked thoroughly and meets established quality and presentation standards..
• Monitor food levels and communicate with the kitchen team when additional products need to be prepared..
• Follow proper food handling, storage, sanitation, and food safety procedures..
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary cooking and food preparation area..
• Regularly check and maintain appropriate oil quality and fryer cleanliness..
• Properly label, date, store, and rotate food products according to company procedures..
• Minimize food waste by following portioning and preparation guidelines..
• Clean and sanitize cooking equipment, workstations, utensils, and kitchen areas..
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and report equipment problems or safety hazards to management..
• Work efficiently during busy periods while maintaining accuracy and food quality..
• Communicate effectively with team members, cashiers, and management to ensure smooth restaurant operations..
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Restaurant Manager or Shift Leader..

Qualifications

• Previous restaurant, kitchen, cooking, or food-service experience is preferred but not required..
• Ability to work in a fast-paced restaurant environment..
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive kitchen tasks..
• Ability to safely handle hot oil, cooking equipment, and food products..
• Strong attention to cleanliness, food safety, and product quality..
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team..
• Willingness to learn and follow Popeyes operating procedures and recipes..
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and supervisors.

Experience: Required

Employment: Full-time

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