Cook- Popeyes 30 hours

Popeyes; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Career growth

Performance incentives

Employee recognition

Inclusive environment

Job summary

Popeyes is seeking a Cook to join our fast-paced kitchen team in Georgia. You will prepare high-quality items, follow Popeyes recipes, and help maintain a clean, safe work area while delivering great guest service.

Ideal candidates are motivated, reliable, and able to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays. Prior kitchen experience is welcome, but not required—training is provided to help you grow with Popeyes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not required.
• Understanding of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items according to Popeyes’ recipes and quality standards.
• Adhere to proper food handling and sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and timely service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area.
• Assist in inventory management and stocking of supplies.
• Uphold Popeyes’ commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.
• Clean up as necessary and wash dishes
• Marinate Chicken and follow FIFO

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Organization

Sanitation

Job description

Our Cooks work as part of a team that provides excellent service and high-quality food in a clean, friendly, and fun atmosphere.

As a Cook at Popeyes, you will be an essential part of our team, responsible for preparing delicious and high-quality food items in a fast-paced kitchen environment. Your skills will contribute to providing our guests with a memorable dining experience that keeps them coming back for more.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare food items according to Popeyes’ recipes and quality standards.
• Adhere to proper food handling and sanitation guidelines to ensure food safety.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient and timely service.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen area.
• Assist in inventory management and stocking of supplies.
• Uphold Popeyes’ commitment to delivering exceptional guest service.
• Clean up as necessary and wash dishes
• Marinate Chicken and follow FIFO

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a similar role preferred but not required.
• Understanding of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Competencies:

• Attention to detail
• Time management
• Adaptability
• Collaboration
• Customer focus

Skills:

• Cooking
• Food preparation
• Organization
• Sanitation

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift and carry trays of food and beverages, typically up to 50 pounds.
• Standing and Walking: Prolonged periods of standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Bending and Reaching: Frequent bending, reaching, and twisting.
• Manual Dexterity: Good hand-eye coordination.
• Communication Skills: Clear verbal communication to interact with people.
• Temperature Tolerance: Ability to work in varying temperatures.

Benefits:

• Financial Security: Competitive pay paid weekly.
• Career Growth: Training programs, clear career paths, and mentorship opportunities.
• Recognition: Performance-based incentives bonuses, and employee recognition programs.
• Inclusive Environment: A diverse and supportive workplace with open communication and teamwork.

We are looking for self-motivated, fun, energetic people to join our team. We treat our people with respect and honesty and are committed to providing our employees with a stable, safe, and enjoyable work environment so they may realize their greatest potential.

Popeyes is an equal opportunity employer that makes employment decisions based on skills and experience and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Popeyes® is not like most fast-food chains. With freshly prepared food and a recipe that’s remained unchanged for nearly 50 years, Popeyes® restaurants are deeply proud of their food and their heritage – and they want to share that pride with you!
Find out how you can continue the Louisiana tradition of cooking for guests and serving each other with love, by joining our Popeyes® restaurant team.