Vallejo - Cook

Angry Chickz•Vallejo, CA

3d•$20 - $20

About The Position

As a member of the Crew Member team, the Cook creates a positive environment for guests by providing quality food and excellent customer service, working with teammates to ensure guest satisfaction. Training is provided to work at various stations, including fry, cashier, prep, seasoning, breading, and expo. The Cook prepares food according to company recipes and dietary requirements, maintains food quality and presentation, and keeps stations and work areas clean, organized, and sanitary. The role operates large-volume cooking equipment and requires teamwork, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced food service setting. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant cooking or food-service experience, knowledge of food handling and safety, and the ability to communicate clearly and understand directions in English. Spanish language ability is helpful but not mandatory. Work attire includes the Angry Chickz uniform and safety-approved non-slip shoes. The role requires extended periods of standing and walking, bending and twisting, occasional lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, repetitive hand use, reaching at various heights, and exposure to heat, cold, moisture, dust, fumes, and cleaning chemicals.

Requirements

Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar restaurant or food-service role.
Knowledge of food-handling procedures and food-safety regulations.
Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate effectively with colleagues.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Familiarity with various cooking methods and techniques.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to speak clearly, comprehend directions in English, and read English.
Wear the Angry Chickz uniform and safety-department-required non-slip shoes.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, bend and twist at the waist, and use hands repetitively to handle food-preparation tools.
Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 40 pounds and reach below waist, between waist and shoulder level, and above shoulder level.
Ability to work around extreme cold, extreme heat, moisture, dust, fumes, and cleaning chemicals.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
Ability to read or speak Spanish.

Responsibilities

Know and follow company recipes and food preparation procedures.
Prepare food carefully, maintaining quality, flavor, and presentation.
Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
Set up and sanitize stations on the line.
Keep food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils clean.
Organize, label, and rotate food products properly.
Operate large-volume cooking equipment, such as grills, deep-fat fryers, stoves, and griddles.
Support the dietary department by following specific meal requirements.
Work effectively with team members and communicate with colleagues.
Work at assigned stations, which may include fry, cashier, prep, seasoning, breading, and expo.
Work early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.