Kalihi - Fry Cook

Popeyes; Honolulu (HI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Popeyes Hawaii is seeking a Fry Cook to expertly prepare Popeyes chicken dishes, follow established recipes, and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen station. You will work with the kitchen team to coordinate and expedite orders while ensuring quality and portion control.

Applicants should be reliable, able to work in a fast-paced environment, and eager to learn all areas of restaurant operations, including multiple stations and basic inventory support.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 16 years old.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive and professional guest interaction.
• Willingness to learn all areas of restaurant operations & work multiple stations.
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook Popeyes chicken dishes according to recipes.
• Ensure the quality and freshness of ingredients.
• Follow proper food handling and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to coordinate and expedite food orders efficiently.
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is cooked to perfection and meets quality standards.
• Operate fryers, grills, and ovens.
• Assist in inventory management and restocking of supplies.
• Maintain knowledge of Popeyes menu items, preparation methods, and portions.
• Adhere to portion control guidelines to minimize waste and maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff on preparation techniques.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen utensils, equipment, and workstations.
• Report equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to management.

Skills

Fast-paced

Customer interaction

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Tools

Fryers

Ovens

Grills

Job description

Fry Cook

The Fry Cook positions at Popeyes plays a crucial role in ensuring the deliciousness of their menu items. You will be responsible for fulfilling customer orders by accurately preparing and cooking food items. Your duties will include managing food inventory, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workstation, following recipes and food safety guidelines, and ensuring that all food items are cooked to perfection. Additionally, you may be required to assist in other areas of the restaurant as needed.

Fry Cook - Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook delicious Popeyes chicken dishes according to established recipes and standards.
• Ensure the quality and freshness of ingredients used in food preparation.
• Follow proper food handling and safety guidelines to maintain a clean and sanitary work environment.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to coordinate and expedite food orders efficiently.
• Monitor cooking times and temperatures to ensure food is cooked to perfection and meets quality standards.
• Prepare and season breading mixtures for coating chicken products.
• Operate and maintain cooking equipment such as fryers, grills, and ovens.
• Assist in inventory management by monitoring and restocking food supplies as needed.
• Maintain a thorough knowledge of Popeyes menu items, preparation methods, and portion sizes.
• Adhere to portion control guidelines to minimize food waste and maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and timely food delivery.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and procedures.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen utensils, equipment, and workstations to meet health and safety standards.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety hazards to management immediately.
• Follow established cooking procedures to consistently deliver high-quality food to customers.
• Monitor and control cooking times to minimize customer wait times and ensure timely order fulfillment.
• Prompt and regular attendance on assigned shifts
• Acts with integrity and honesty, and promotes the culture of Popeyes

Qualifications and skills

• Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age
• Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
• Ability to interact in a positive and professional manner with Guests and coworkers
• Willingness to learn all areas of restaurant operations & work multiple stations
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds of force occasionally,
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds of force frequently,
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Ability to carry products/boxes and miscellaneous weighing no more than 60 pounds
• Consistently operates registers
• Consistently handle product preparation
• Consistently kneel and follow proper lifting procedures
• Frequently stop and pick up supplies and trash
• Consistently push to open and close door to store and storage shed as well as cooler and freezers
• Consistently stand during serving customers and training
• Consistently talk to and listen to fellow team members and Guests
• Consistently lifts for product preparation, stocking and inventory
• Popeyes Hawaii 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 a Popeyes restaurant team near you.