Cook: Tips, Free Meals, Growth Opportunities

Smashburger | New Jersey; New Providence (NJ); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tip share up to $2/hr

50% off meals

Flexible schedules

Paid time off

401(k) match (21+)

Career growth and fast-track

Job summary

Smashburger is hiring a Cook in New Jersey. You will prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen.

No experience is required—we’ll train you. Candidates must be 16+, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and be comfortable in a high-heat environment. Flexible, team-friendly scheduling is available, with nights, weekends, and holidays expected.

Qualifications

• No experience required—we’ll train you!
• Must be 16 years or older
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-heat environment
• Reliable and flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays)
• Team-oriented with strong communication skills
• Able to follow safety, cleanliness, and company standards
• Authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify employer)

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards
• Ensure food quality, accuracy, and efficiency
• Work closely with teammates in a fast-paced kitchen
• Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
• Follow systems for prep, stocking, and closing
• Support team members and assist in the dining area as needed

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

Flexibility

Job description

Smashburger is hiring a Cook in New Jersey. You will prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards, ensuring quality and efficiency in a fast-paced kitchen.

No experience is required—we’ll train you. Candidates must be 16+, able to lift up to 50 lbs, and be comfortable in a high-heat environment. Flexible, team-friendly scheduling is available, with nights, weekends, and holidays expected.