Cook

Hungry For A Great Career?

To our guests, Zaxby’s is more than just a place to eat – it’s a place to have fun,

spend some time with friends and experience great food.

To our team members, Zaxby's is a family.

So come on in! We're saving a seat for you.

Perks:

    Flexible work schedule because you have a life

    Fun workplace because you deserve it

    Rock your favorite jeans because we embrace your style

    Ongoing interactive training because enhancing your career growth is important

    Opportunities to advance because we reward great work

Benefits:

    FREE meals on the clock and 

    Team member recognition program

Position Overview

This position is classified as non-exempt and reports to the Assistant Manager and General Manager.

Cooks are directly responsible for creating a great guest experience 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.

Essential Job Functions

The information provided below encompasses the functions and values associated with this position.

Duties and Responsibilities

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

Complete all training requirements including:

    Zaxbys 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 Zaxbys 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

Core Values

At Zaxby's, we have core values that drive our business. We stick to these values to make sure that we are moving in the right direction. By using these values as guidelines in everything you do, youll help keep zaxby's unique and special.

    Guest Focused Our success is linked to satisfied guests. We will keep the guest at the center of everything we do.

    Develop Talent We recognize that people are our most important asset. We strive to attract, motivate, recognize, and develop the best, diverse talent possible.

    Operational Excellence We execute our systems with excellence. We strive to achieve the highest quality possible in everything that we do.

    Continuous Improvement We deliver what we promise but strive to deliver more than is expected. We will embrace change when it allows us to improve excellence.

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 a minimum of 9 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 continously

    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

Requirements:

Must be 16 years of age or older

Ability to work a minimum of 9 hours per week

Capability Requirements

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