Cook - Restaurant 202034 - 6409 S. Cage Blvd., Pharr, TX 78577

Church's Chicken PR; Pharr (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain is seeking a Food Preparation Worker to assist in cooking and preparing food to ensure a timely and high-quality service. Applicants should be prepared for physical demands and adhere to food safety standards. The role involves maintaining a clean work environment and working collaboratively with team members.

Qualifications

• Able to lift and stack 35-50 pounds regularly.
• Stand and walk continuously for up to 8 hours.
• Effective communication with customers and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food products as per specifications.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.
• Follow safety guidelines and report equipment malfunctions.

Skills

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

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 contained 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 that call sheets are complete, posted and used.
• Checks all equipment and immediately reports any malfunctions within the area to the Manager in Charge.
• Balances fryers' color and adds sufficient shortening to maintain proper levels.
• Filters and cleans all fryers at designated times, following all safety guidelines and using provided 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 stated in the SOM, including strict 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 and available at the batter area.
• Maintains organization and cleanliness of the cooler.
• Performs all other tasks assigned by the Manager in Charge of the Shift.

Physical Demands

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

Must be able to:

• Stand and walk continuously on hard floors for up to 8 hours.
• Frequently lift and stack 35-50 pounds; occasionally carry up to 75 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and carry trash bags up to 50 pounds.
• Push or pull equipment and carts regularly.
• Climb stools or ladders to reach high shelves as needed.
• Stooping or squatting to reach low items.
• Reach overhead, forward, and underneath shelves and equipment.
• Handle various shapes, sizes, and textures of food and supplies.
• Use fingers continuously for food prep and unloading boxes.
• Communicate effectively with customers and team members.

Church's Chicken is an equal opportunity employer. We make employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.