Cook - Restaurant 200215 - 7529 1st Ave. N, Birmingham, AL 35206

Church's Chicken; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a fast-paced environment. This role involves preparing and cooking delicious comfort food while adhering to strict quality and safety standards. With a focus on teamwork and customer service, you'll have the opportunity to grow and advance in a supportive atmosphere. If you're passionate about food and enjoy a dynamic work setting, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare and cook food products as per specifications.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines in food service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food products according to business needs.
• Maintain a clean work area and follow safety guidelines.

Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Skills

Sanitation Guidelines

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Reports To (Title):

Restaurant General Manager

Department:

Field Operations

Job Objective

To prepare and cook food products as specified by the Manager in Charge of the Shift while adhering to the specifications and procedures in the Cooking Section of the Church's Operating Standards Manual (the "OSM"). Accomplishes tasks in a timely, clean, and orderly manner.

Essential Job Functions:

Primary Functions:

• Sets up the batter table, collects all necessary smallwares, and prepares batter mix.
• Ensures call sheets are complete, posted, and used.
• Checks all equipment and reports any malfunctions immediately to the Manager in Charge.
• Balances fryer oil color and adds sufficient shortening to maintain proper levels.
• Filters and cleans fryers at designated times following all safety guidelines, including the use of safety equipment.
• Pans sufficient chicken for operational needs.
• Prepares and cooks all food products according to business needs and directions from the Manager in Charge.
• Ensures all food products meet specifications, procedures, and quality standards as outlined in the SOM, including adherence to holding times.

Secondary Functions:

• Maintains a clean work area by practicing "clean-as-you-go" and following sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Verifies that all necessary products and supplies are stocked at the batter area.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness of the cooler.
• Performs all other tasks as assigned by the Manager in Charge of Shift.

Physical Demands:

Lifting Requirements: Medium to Heavy (up to 50 pounds frequently and 75 pounds occasionally).

• Stand and walk continuously on hard floors for up to eight hours to prepare and cook food, stock items, and transport items within the restaurant.
• Frequently lift and stack 35-50 pounds of items from various heights; occasionally carry items up to 75 pounds.
• Lift and carry trash bags weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Push or pull equipment and supplies regularly.
• Climb a stool or ladder to reach high shelves as needed.
• Stoop or squat frequently to access low shelves or the floor.
• Reach overhead, forward, and underneath shelving and equipment continuously.
• Handle various shapes, sizes, and textures of items including dairy, produce, condiments, meat, and paper products.
• Use fingers continuously for food preparation and unloading boxes.
• Communicate effectively with customers, management, and team members.
• Maintain awareness of surroundings and locate necessary items efficiently.

1. If you're hungry for a career that's fun, fast-paced, and full of opportunity, then you've come to the right place. At Church's, we're not your typical quick-service restaurant. We make real comfort food that makes a difference in people's lives. For over 60 years, our restaurant has been a place where hard-working people can advance and achieve great things by serving others.

2. Church's Chicken is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes hiring and employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other factor prohibited by law.