Entry-level Chicken Restaurant Cook

Chicken Shack Lincoln Park•Lincoln Park, MI

About The Position

Are you a passionate foodie looking for an exciting entry-level position in the culinary industry? Join our team at Chicken Shack! We're seeking an enthusiastic and motivated cook to assist in preparing and cooking our delicious dishes. No Experience Is Necessary! We are currently interviewing for Full-time and Part-time. Chicken Shack is a family owned business that treats employees like their own family. With that being said we know the importance of family time and we like to keep a work life balance and very flexible schedules. We take pride in our product and service and we hope you will too! Our food is made fresh everyday and we serve it with a smile. There is a lot of growth opportunity in the company, especially now as we just finished rebranding and we are looking to expand! We have staff that have been with us for 25 plus years! Also great friendships are made! Detroit’s Original Chicken Shack is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, gender, age, national origin, color, religion, disability, military status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. An offer of employment may be contingent upon a satisfactory background check and proof of employment eligibility. Restaurant-specific positions are available at both corporate and franchised Detroit’s Original Chicken Shack locations. Those applying for a position with a franchisee or licensee of Detroit’s Original Chicken Shack are not applying for to work at Detroit’s Original Chicken Shack Corporation or any of its affiliates. Franchisees and licensees are independent business owners and employers who are responsible for their own employment practices, including setting their own wage and benefit programs.

Requirements

No prior professional kitchen experience is required, just a strong interest in cooking and a willingness to learn
Ability to work in a team environment and take direction from others to ensure a smooth operation
Strong communication and problem-solving skills to effectively interact with customers and team members
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays, to meet the needs of our customers
Must be able to stand for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and cooking a variety of chicken dishes, sides, and sauces according to established recipes and standards
Ensure that all dishes are cooked to the appropriate temperature and presented in an attractive manner to satisfy our customers
Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, including equipment and work surfaces, to maintain a healthy and safe environment
Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies as needed to keep our kitchen well-stocked
Adhere to all food safety and sanitation guidelines to ensure a high quality of food and service
Collaborate with other team members to ensure timely and efficient service