Kitchen Team Member

Newk's Eatery; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 20,664; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Scheduling

Meal Discounts

Competitive Pay plus tips

Referral/Sign-on bonuses

Closed on 5 major holidays

Job summary

Newk's Eatery in Mobile, Alabama is hiring for Dish/Prep/Cook positions with immediate openings for daytime shifts. Candidates will support the kitchen, ensure high-quality food preparation, and provide excellent guest service. No prior experience is required, though experience in quick-service restaurants is a plus. The role demands strong communication skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Employees benefit from flexible scheduling, meal discounts, and referral bonuses.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible to work in the United States.
• Must be at least 16 years old upon hire date.
• Meet safety and sanitation standards.
• Work in a fast-paced environment.
• Anticipate and understand guests' needs and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all guests receive products prepared to Newk’s standards.
• Support the kitchen team and assemble food & orders quickly and accurately.
• Ensure each guest leaves with a smile.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Guest service skills

Ability to work in a team environment

Education

High School diploma preferred

College education a plus

Tools

Point of Sale System (Preferably Aloha)

Job description

Our commitment to quality ingredients and customer service begins with every team member. If you’re looking for an exciting career in a passionate environment, you’ve come to the right place. Our success relies on happy guests and happy team members. Exceptional customer service has been our foundation since day one.

Dish/Prep/Cook

Hiring Immediately for daytime shifts! Specifically AM availability and Prep positions!

Positions available include: Manager, Dish, Prep, Pizza, Sandwich, and Salad

The Back of House Partner is responsible to ensure all guests are presented with superior products that are prepared according to Newk’s high standards. You will support the kitchen team, assemble food & orders quickly and accurately, and ensure each guest leaves with a smile.

No experience required – we’ll teach you what you need to know! (Previous experience in a quick‑service restaurant such as Panera, McAlister’s or Jason’s Deli is a plus!)

Perks of working at Newk’s:

• Flexible Scheduling – you have commitments, let’s work around your schedule
• Meal Discounts for each shift worked
• Competitive Pay plus tips
• Referral/Sign‑on bonuses
• Closed on 5 major holidays – spend time with your family and friends

Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States
• Must be at least 16 years old upon hire date
• Meet safety and sanitation standards
• Work in fast‑paced environment
• Anticipate and understand guests needs and their expectations
• Works well in a team environment

• Excellent communications and guest service skills
• High School diploma preferred (college a plus)
• Knowledge of a Point of Sale System (Preferably Aloha)
• At least six months restaurant service experience; or other customer service industries
• Extensive standing without breaks
• Exposure to heat, smoke and cold
• Reaching heights of approximately six feet and depths of approximately three feet
• Must have high level of mobility/flexibility in space provided for periods of up to eight hours or longer as needed
• Effective communication with guests
• Carrying trays of food products weighing approximately 20 pounds for distances of up to 60 feet
• Lifting up to 25 pounds