Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

free on-shift meals
Discount Program
flexible schedule
Employee Assistance Programs

Job Description

Friendly's is a renowned restaurant brand that prides itself on creating great memories by bringing family and friends together. With a commitment to offering a warm and welcoming atmosphere, Friendly's is dedicated to delivering exceptional dining experiences that leave a lasting impression on their guests. Operating in the competitive foodservice industry, Friendly's continuously adapts and innovates to meet the evolving tastes and preferences of its customers. Their friendly team culture is centered around optimism, integrity, and a genuine passion for hospitality. Year after year, the company strives to be the best they can be, not only for their guests but also for their employees and the communities they serve. As an Employer of Choice, Friendly's prioritizes career growth and provides a high-performing, rewarding environment for all team members. The establishment's business vision is focused on expansion and continuous improvement, ensuring the best is yet to come for employees and customers alike.

The Grill Cook at Friendly's plays an integral role in this vision by being responsible and accountable for delivering high-quality, tasty, hot food quickly to every guest. This position requires maintaining a clean, neat, and safe food-handling environment while adhering to all safety and sanitation policies. A Grill Cook must exhibit a constant sense of urgency and precision, mastering and executing all recipe procedures flawlessly. Being the final quality control checkpoint, the Grill Cook ensures every dish reaches the table with optimal taste, temperature, and eye appeal. Attention to special requests is crucial, demonstrating respect for guests' preferences and dietary needs. The role demands the ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining exceptional standards of food preparation and presentation. Collaboration and communication with team members are essential for coordinating online orders and maximizing kitchen efficiency. This position is well suited for individuals who are quality maniacs and passionate about making great food fast and beautifully. Friendly's provides a competitive and supportive work environment with benefits such as free on-shift meals, discount programs, flexible scheduling, and employee assistance programs. Located at 1535 Lancaster Ave, Reading, PA, this opportunity invites culinary enthusiasts eager to join a vibrant team dedicated to excellence in food service and hospitality.

Job Requirements

  • Commercial food preparation experience preferred
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Must be capable of performing all functions and meeting qualification standards
  • Must know safety information regarding all materials used
  • Mobility to walk and stand for entire shift
  • Must be able to read, write and communicate in English
  • Must be able to perform all job functions safely
  • Must participate in company orientation and training
  • Must be able to follow instructions
  • Must be able to work scheduled/assigned times and required overtime
  • Must be able to use or learn to use kitchen equipment and tools

Job Qualifications

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Commercial food preparation background or experience preferred
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English
  • Ability to work scheduled and assigned times including required overtime
  • Ability to perform all job functions safely and follow instructions
  • Experience or ability to use kitchen equipment and tools

Job Duties

  • Deliver high quality, tasty, hot food, fast to every guest
  • Maintain a clean, neat, safe, food handling environment
  • Maintain a constant state of urgency
  • Properly learn and execute all of our recipe procedures
  • Maintain kitchen cleanliness per Friendly's safety and sanitation policies
  • Keep food orders flowing continuously from the kitchen
  • Be the final quality control checkpoint-be proud of everything

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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