About the role#
As a Cook at Zaxby's, you are responsible for creating a great guest experience by serving quality food in a timely manner. You will report to the Assistant Manager and General Manager. This role involves preparing menu items, managing inventory, and maintaining a clean kitchen environment.
What you'll do#
- Prepare, cook, and assemble orders according to company standards.
- Receive, stock, and manage inventory deliveries.
- Maintain food safety and quality by following standard operating procedures.
- Keep the kitchen and storage areas clean and organized.
- Operate cooking equipment safely, including knives and fryers.
- Assist with front-of-house operations and guest service when needed.
- Maintain product levels at assigned stations.
- Inform management of maintenance needs or inventory shortages.
- Complete tasks with a sense of urgency.
What you'll need#
- Ability to close up to three nights a week.
- Availability to work weekends.
- Capacity to sit, stand, and walk continuously.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting.
- Capability to use hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation.
- Ability to communicate through speech, reading, and writing.
- Ability to work in environments with hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens.
- Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb using ladders.
Location & details#
- Location: Newburgh, Indiana.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time.
- Compensation: 12 dollars per hour.
About Zaxbys
Zaxbys operates as a restaurant chain specializing in chicken fingers, wings, and salads. The company started in 1990 and maintains its headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia. It currently manages over 950 locations across 17 states. The business is privately held and employs approximately 14,859 people.
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