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Dave's Hot Chicken

Hourly Team Members

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $15.92
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
Fixed Shifts
Night Shifts
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Benefits

NJ tipped minimum wage
NJ minimum wage

Job Description

Dave's Hot Chicken is a renowned fast-casual restaurant brand specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken. Founded by four friends—Dave Kopushyan, Arman Oganesyan, and Tommy and Gary Rubenyan—who combined culinary expertise and entrepreneurial spirit to create an outstanding hot chicken experience. Dave, a chef trained in Thomas Keller's French Laundry organization, along with his friends, started this venture from a small stand in East Hollywood with a simple menu focusing on delivering the juiciest, most tender chicken pieces, seasoned with a unique spice blend ranging from mild to extremely spicy "The Reaper." Their authentic recipe and dedication to quality quickly gained popularity,... Show More

Job Requirements

  • Current student or high school diploma/GED preferred
  • Must be at least 16 years old
  • Flexibility to work nights, weekends, holidays, opening and closing shifts
  • Ability to stand for long periods of time and work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to bend and stoop and lift 50 - 75 lbs. comfortably
  • Ability to work in close quarters and around heat
  • Positive attitude while conducting any and all duties
  • Commitment to guest satisfaction
  • Effective communicator with Teammates and the Restaurant Management Team
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Must have reliable transportation to work
  • Must have telephone or other reliable method of communicating with Restaurant Management Team and Teammates

Job Qualifications

  • Current student or high school diploma/GED preferred
  • Effective communicator with Teammates and the Restaurant Management Team
  • Positive attitude while conducting any and all duties
  • Commitment to guest satisfaction
  • Looks at Restaurant operations from the Guest's point of view
  • Excellent time management skills

Job Duties

  • Follow the steps outlined in the DHC Training Program to learn new skills, duties, and responsibilities
  • Abide by the rules and direction given by the Restaurant Management Team and refrain from insubordination
  • Communicate to their immediate supervisor when additional training guidance and practice is needed
  • Understand how each job responsibility impacts Guests, the Team, and overall Restaurant Operations and success
  • Greet Guests, record orders, and serve food and beverages with a consistently positive and helpful attitude, including answering questions
  • Work together with other Teammates to prepare items on the DHC menu while following cooking instructions, safety procedures, and sanitary requirements
  • Communicate effectively with Team Members and Management to resolve any interpersonal issues as needed
  • Use specific kitchen machinery/equipment such as ice cream dispensers, fryers, warmers, etc.
  • Ensure Restaurant cleanliness daily by clearing tables, sweeping, and mopping floors, washing/sanitizing/disinfecting kitchen utensils and high touch-point areas, and servicing restrooms
  • Handle Guests' concerns and complaints professionally and calmly to resolve problems according to Restaurant Policy
  • Maintain a neat and tidy appearance by wearing a uniform and adhering to the DHC Uniform Policy
  • Follow all company guidelines for food and cash controls
  • follow all cost control guidelines to maintain and minimize Restaurant costs and effectively use all products, supplies, and equipment facilities
  • Are performance-oriented and performance driven
  • understand performance expectations and are aware of performance results

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Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

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