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Cook - Urgently Hiring

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $13.50 - $18.25
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Competitive wages
Daily Pay (except California)
Flexible work schedules
Healthcare benefits
meal discounts
Career advancement opportunities
Equal opportunity employer

Job Description

Flynn Group, founded by Greg Flynn in 1999, began its journey with the acquisition of eight Applebee's restaurants. Over the past two decades, Flynn Group has experienced significant growth, expanding by building new stores and acquiring other franchise operators. This growth has allowed Flynn Group to become the largest Applebee's franchisee in the world, with over 460 Applebee's restaurants across 24 states. The company’s strong foundation and dedication to excellence have enabled it to diversify and expand into other well-known brands, countries, and industries. Flynn Group currently operates a diversified portfolio of iconic brands including Applebee’s, Arby’s, Panera Bread, Pizza Hut, Taco Bell, Wendy’s, and Planet Fitness, establishing itself as the largest franchise operator globally.

Flynn Applebee's is one of the premier brands within Flynn Group, emphasizing a mission to be the leading operator in each respective brand. The company focuses on core values such as caring genuinely for people, playing like champions, and winning as one unified team. These values govern daily operations and foster a positive work environment that supports both employee growth and customer satisfaction.

The role of Applebee's Cook offers a unique opportunity to join a fun, flexible, and growth-oriented workplace. Employees benefit from balancing their work and personal lives while enjoying a range of excellent benefits designed to support mental and physical health, career development, and financial security. Applebee's Cooks are essential to delivering the quality menu items that keep customers coming back. This position demands excellent communication skills, teamwork, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. While working hard is part of the job, the role also promises an enjoyable and socially engaging workplace.

Applicants must be at least 16 years old, possess good communication abilities, and demonstrate a commitment to positively impacting the restaurant team and patrons. The workplace prioritizes employee health, safety, and well-being, ensuring a supportive and safe environment for all staff members. This position includes competitive wages, daily pay options (except in California), flexible scheduling, healthcare benefits, meal discounts, and clear pathways for career advancement.

Physical requirements for the role include maintaining mobility for up to four hours, safe lifting of items up to 50 pounds, and working in a hot and sometimes damp environment. Employees must be capable of clear verbal communication and attentive listening, as well as possessing fine motor skills for operating kitchen tools and equipment. Protective measures such as wearing hand coverings, masks, and frequent handwashing with disinfectants are mandatory to maintain hygiene standards and ensure safety.

Flynn Group is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. The company encourages interested applicants to apply and become a part of their dynamic and growing team where they can build not just a job, but a lasting career.

Job Requirements

  • minimum age of 16 years
  • ability to effectively communicate with others
  • commitment to making a positive impact
  • capability to remain stationary and exert well-paced mobility for up to four hours
  • ability to lift up to 50 pounds safely
  • comfort working in hot and damp environments
  • ability to wear protective hand and face coverings through entire shifts
  • frequent handwashing with disinfecting soap
  • clear speech and attentive listening skills
  • finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment

Job Qualifications

  • minimum age of 16 years
  • effective communication skills
  • ability to work well in a fast-paced team environment
  • prior cooking or kitchen experience is a plus but not required
  • ability to follow detailed instructions and recipes
  • physical ability to perform cooking duties including lifting and standing for extended periods

Job Duties

  • prepare menu items according to recipes and quality standards
  • maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen areas and equipment
  • communicate effectively with team members and dining room staff
  • handle food safely and comply with health and safety regulations
  • assist in inventory and stock management
  • support team members during busy periods
  • follow all company policies and procedures

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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