Restaurant Crew - Cook (Full-Time)

As the team at Zaxby's expands, we're saving a seat for you!

To our guests, Zaxby's is more than just a place to eat - it's a place to have fun, spend time with friends, and enjoy great food.

To our team members, Zaxby's is an indescribably great place to work!

Cooks are directly responsible for creating great guest experiences by consistently serving quality food in a timely manner.

You will receive and stock inventory, prepare, cook, and assemble orders, keep the kitchen clean and organized, and maintain food safety and quality standards by following standard operating procedures.

Why work at Zax?

FREE Meals On Shift & 50% Off Meals Off Shift

Flexible Schedule

Early Access to Pay

Paid Training

Opportunities to Advance

Benefits

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) With Employer Match (additional eligibility requirements)

Duties and Responsibilities

The individual in this position is expected to engage in the following work-related activities :

Complete all training requirements including :

Zaxby's Back of House Development Plan

Hands-on stations training

Any additional training required by Zax LLC

Provide friendly, enthusiastic service for all guests

Maintain awareness of current promotions

Enthusiastically represent the Zaxby's brand

Assist with guest service and front of house operations

Prepare menu items according to company standards and in a safe and sanitary manner

Ensure food and beverages are handled according to safety regulations and guidelines

Safely operate food preparation and cooking equipment

Maintain product levels in assigned stations in order to be prepared for immediate needs

Prepare and cook food items according to company standards

Accurately assemble and package guest orders

Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Keep work areas clean and organized

Maintain equipment and inform management of maintenance needs

Assist with inventory and storage management

Receive and stock incoming inventory deliveries

Hold and store food items following food safety guidelines

Inform management when inventory is needed

Clean and organize storage areas

Other responsibilities

Complete all tasks with a sense of urgency, in a timely manner

Work safely and follow all safety guidelines and procedures

Other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

The following requirements must be met in order to qualify for this position.

Must be 16 years of age or older

Ability to work 32 to 40 hours per week

Capability Requirements

The following capabilities are required to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue hardship on the company will be considered.

Sit, stand, and walk continuously

Occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb, including the use of ladders

Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including lifting overhead

Continuous use of hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation

Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing

Maintain effective audio-visual perception and judgement to observe and respond to the environment

Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens

Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers, and potentially hazardous equipment