Cook

SUMMARYThis Golden Chick location is expanding and looking for Cooks to join our team. We have values, vision, and a brand purpose for the future. If you would like to grow with us, then apply to be a part of our team. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSets up workstations with all needed ingredients and equipmentEnsures all foods are prepared according to guidelines using only approved ingredients and processesHandles raw chicken in a safe manner at all times and prevents cross contaminationFries and bakes chickenWill work around hot oil and must closely follow all safety policiesSafely utilizes a variety of utensils and cooking equipmentComplies with established cooking methods, quality standards and food safety policies/practicesFollows all chemical safety guidelinesDiscards ingredients/products that have expired or do not meet quality standardsStocks and maintains sufficient levels of food productsLooks for opportunities to assist fellow team members in an enthusiastic mannerMust be able to lift up to 60 poundsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no supervisory responsibilities.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCELess than high school education, GED, or high school degree LANGUAGE SKILLSAbility to comprehend simple instructions. COMPUTER SKILLSNo skills are required.REASONING ABILITYAbility to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMust obtain State Food Handler certification within 60 days of hire.PHYSICAL DEMANDSWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to extreme heat from cooking equipment. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Employees will be expected to purchase non-slip shoes due to wet, slippery floors and can purchase through the company at a discount.ABOUT GOLDENGolden Chick is one of the fastest growing restaurant brands in the U.S. and was recognized as one of the very top brands in the country by Nation’s Restaurant News. Big things are planned for the little brand that started in San Marcos back in 1967. Come join our team and reach your maximum career potential. www.goldenchick.com