Cook (Part-Time)

ZAX Zax LLC; North Carolina; On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals on shift

Half-price meals off shift

Flexible schedule

Early access to pay

Career advancement

Benefits recognition program

Employee referral program

401(k) with match

Health/dental/vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Zax LLC is hiring for kitchen roles at Zaxbys in North Carolina. You will stock inventory, prepare and assemble menu items, and keep the kitchen clean while following food safety standards. The position supports guest experiences with friendly service in a busy, standards-driven environment.

Roles include both part-time and full-time schedules, opportunities for advancement, and benefits to eligible team members. Join a brand known for bold flavor and Southern hospitality.

Qualifications

• Must be 16 years of age or older.
• Part-time: 9 to 28 hours per week; Full-time: 32 to 40 hours per week.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform kitchen duties in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide friendly, enthusiastic service for all guests.
• Prepare menu items according to company standards and in a sanitary manner.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe working environment.
• Receive and stock incoming inventory and assist with storage.
• Assist with guest service and front of house operations as needed.

Skills

Food service

Customer service

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Job description

As the team at Zaxbys expands, we're saving a seat for you! To our guests, Zaxbys is more than just a place to eat – it’s a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food. To our team members, Zaxbys is an indescribably great place to work! Cooks are directly responsible for creating a great guest experience by consistently serving quality food in a timely manner. You will receive and stock inventory, prepare, cook and assemble orders, keep the kitchen clean and organized, and maintain food safety and quality standards by following standard operating procedures.

Why work at Zax?

• FREE Meals On Shift
• 50% Off Meals Off Shift
• Flexible Schedule
• Early Access to Pay
• Opportunities to Advance
• Benefits Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) With Employer Match (additional eligibility requirements)
• Additional Benefits for Full-Time Team Members Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities: Complete all training requirements including: Zaxbys Back of House Development Plan Hands-on stations training Any additional training required by Zax LLC
• Provide friendly, enthusiastic service for all guests
• Maintain awareness of current promotions
• Enthusiastically represent the Zaxbys brand
• Assist with guest service and front of house operations
• Prepare menu items according to company standards and in a safe and sanitary manner
• Ensure food and beverages are handled according to safety regulations and guidelines
• Safely operate food preparation and cooking equipment
• Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs
• Prepare and cook food items according to company standards
• Accurately assemble and package guest orders
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Keep work areas clean and organized
• Maintain equipment and inform management of maintenance needs
• Assist with inventory and storage management
• Receive and stock incoming inventory deliveries
• Hold and store food items following food safety guidelines
• Inform management when inventory is needed
• Clean and organize storage areas
• Other responsibilities
• Complete all tasks with a sense of urgency, in a timely manner
• Work safely and follow all safety guidelines and procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

The following requirements must be met to qualify for this position.

• Must be 16 years of age or older
• Part-time: Available to work 9 to 28 hours per week
• Full-time: Available to work 32 to 40 hours per week

Capability Requirements

• Sit, stand, and walk continuously
• Occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb, including the use of ladders
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including lifting overhead
• Continuous use of hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation
• Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing
• Maintain effective audio-visual perception and judgement to observe and respond to the environment
• Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens
• Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers, and potentially hazardous equipment

Zax LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment decisions based on any factor protected by federal, state, or local law.

Zaxbys® is the saucy chicken chain that put Chicken Fingerz™ on the map as a main course. Founded in 1990 in Statesboro, Georgia, our founders took a bold chance on a new kind of restaurant, and that entrepreneurial spirit still drives how we work, grow, and support our teams today. We’re known for craveable Fingerz™, wings, Zalads®, and signature sauces, all delivered with Southern hospitality and a modern twist. With over 1,000 locations across 22 states and headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, Zaxbys is where bold flavor meets big opportunity! For information about Zaxbys®, visit www.zaxbys.com.