Kitchen Associate

Hwy 55 Burgers/ Tiny Frog, Inc. (NC); Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid comprehensive training

Free or discounted meals

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Hwy 55 Burgers/ Tiny Frog, Inc. (NC) is seeking enthusiastic cooks to join our dynamic team in Louisiana. No previous experience is necessary, as we value coachability and eagerness to learn. Cooks play an integral role in providing high-quality service and delicious food to our guests.

We offer flexible scheduling and a range of benefits, including paid training and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates thrive in a busy atmosphere, work well with others, and are physically prepared to handle the demands of the role.

Qualifications

• No previous kitchen experience required; coachability and willingness to learn essential.
• Must excel in high-energy, fast-paced situations.
• Team-oriented and physically able to work on feet.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, high-quality food.
• Ensure guest satisfaction by valuing their stories.
• Implement food safety and quality assurance procedures.

Skills

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Capacity to lift up to 40 lbs

Team collaboration

Job description

Hwy 55 is looking for folks with great hustle and competitive drive to join our cook team. If you have awesome energy and thrive in a fast‑paced environment, you may be a good fit for us!

Flexible scheduling is available and we are happy to work around school activities and schedules. No previous kitchen or restaurant‑specific experience is necessary; all we ask is that you be coachable, excited to learn, and willing to take initiative.

Benefits

• Paid comprehensive training with opportunities to retrain in various roles.
• Free or discounted meals during your shift depending on length of shift.
• A positive and empowering atmosphere.
• A clear pathway to leadership positions.
• Opportunities to build your resume and gain valuable skills you can take with you into any career path.
• Flexible scheduling.

Responsibilities

• Value the stories of all guests who walk through our doors and commit to making their days brighter.
• Cook and prepare delicious, high‑quality food, the way you would serve your family or your best friend.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑energy atmosphere.
• Implement proper quality assurance and food‑safety procedures.
• Hustle with a smile and a great attitude.

Ideal Teammate

• Excels in a fast‑paced environment and handles stressful situations well.
• Loves helping others and being part of a team.
• Willing and able to work in a physically demanding role (able to lift up to 40 lbs and stay on feet for several hours).

Compensation and Advancement

Starting pay is dependent on experience. All cooks begin as trainees. After training is complete, team members receive guaranteed pay increases as they advance in levels. Leadership roles begin at Level III and are readily available and we choose and promote all of our leadership internally.

The career opportunities at Hwy 55 go beyond management. Unlike our competitors, we don't believe in searching for outside investors to own our franchises. Over 60 of our current franchisees began their careers at Hwy as cooks or servers. The opportunity to own your own business is available to all Hwy 55 employees.