Cook - Restaurant 201101

Church's Chicken is a renowned quick-service restaurant chain specializing in serving delicious, high-quality fried chicken and comfort food. Established over 60 years ago, Church's has grown into a beloved brand known not just for its flavorful menu but also for its commitment to providing an exceptional dining experience. The company prides itself on being a place where hard-working individuals can build rewarding careers while making a positive impact on the communities they serve. Church's Chicken fosters a supportive and inclusive work environment where employees are valued, developed, and given opportunities to advance in the industry. As an equal employment opportunity employer, Church's ensures all hiring and employment decisions are made fairly, without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other legally protected factors.

This position is for a Cook reporting directly to the Restaurant General Manager within the Field Operations department. The role is vital in ensuring the preparation and cooking of food products according to Church's Operating Standards Manual (OSM), which guarantees consistency, quality, and safety across all Church's locations. The Cook is responsible for completing all assigned tasks efficiently while maintaining a clean and orderly kitchen environment.

The Cook's role encompasses both primary and secondary job functions. Primarily, the Cook sets up the batter station, prepares batter mix, ensures all smallwares are in place, and monitors the condition of kitchen equipment. They are responsible for color balancing fryers, maintaining proper shortening levels, filtering and cleaning fryers safely, and preparing the required quantity of chicken and other food products based on operational needs. Adherence to strict food specifications, procedures, quality standards, and designated holding times is expected to maintain Church's high-quality food service. Secondary functions include maintaining cleanliness through clean-as-you-go practices, stocking batter area supplies, organizing and cleaning the cooler, and performing any other tasks assigned by the Manager in Charge of the shift.

Physical demands for this position are significant, requiring medium to heavy lifting up to 75 pounds occasionally and up to 50 pounds frequently. The Cook must be able to stand and walk continuously on hard floors for extended periods, frequently lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling various food items and materials, and communicating effectively with team members and customers. Safety and sanitation guidelines are paramount and must be strictly observed to ensure a safe working environment.

Church's Chicken offers a dynamic and fast-paced work environment for individuals who are eager to grow their careers in the food service industry. Joining the team means becoming part of a company that values dedication, quality, and community engagement, providing ample opportunities for personal and professional development. If you have a passion for cooking, working with a team, and contributing to a successful restaurant operation, this Cook position at Church's Chicken could be the perfect fit for you.