Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Range $14.00 - $22.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Gameday atmosphere
flexible scheduling
A culture built on comradery, hustle, and championship spirit
growth opportunities

Job Description

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is a vibrant and spirited restaurant brand that has etched a unique niche within the casual dining industry by combining the passion of Louisiana cuisine with the electric excitement of gameday culture. Founded in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, by two LSU walk-on basketball players, Walk-On's embodies the tenacity, teamwork, and underdog resilience that inspired its origin. This story of heart and hustle has propelled Walk-On's from a single neighborhood eatery into a nationally recognized chain known for scratch-made dishes infused with authentic Louisiana flavors and a lively, welcoming atmosphere. Across their locations, Walk-On's creates an environment where guests are treated like part of the team, and employees share a culture focused on camaraderie, growth, and shared success.

The restaurant prides itself not only on delicious food but also on a commitment to quality hospitality and strong core values including teamwork, passion, growth, and community. Every team member—from the kitchen staff to management—is valued for their contribution toward crafting memorable guest experiences. Walk-On's makes a point to invest in employee development, creating opportunities for learning and advancement in a supportive setting. The workplace atmosphere brims with energy and enthusiasm, driven by a gameday vibe that keeps every shift engaging and fast-paced.

The role of Cook at Walk-On's is critical to sustaining its reputation for outstanding food and service. This position is part-time and non-exempt, reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty, and offers an ideal opportunity to join a high-energy team where your culinary skills and dedication to maintaining a clean, efficient kitchen will shine. Cooks at Walk-On's might work in various capacities including prep cook, fry cook, line cook, grill cook, salad maker, and sandwich craftsman. Each role requires precision and attention to detail in preparing and plating dishes according to chef-driven recipes that embody the signature Walk-On's style.

As a Cook, you are not just a food preparer but a key playmaker behind every delicious dish served. Responsibilities focus on executing recipes with accuracy, maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment, handling busy gameday periods with composure, and supporting your teammates to ensure smooth kitchen operations. The position demands stamina to work in a fast-paced, hot kitchen environment, and adherence to food safety and sanitation standards is paramount. Walk-On's emphasizes a culture of team-first attitude, learning agility, multitasking ability, and a motivated work ethic poised for growth.

This role is perfect for individuals seeking flexible scheduling, whether students or those managing other commitments, and offers a pathway for advancement within the company's culinary and leadership ranks. Walk-On's commitment to diversity and inclusion makes it a welcoming employer for candidates from all backgrounds. By joining Walk-On's, you become part of a family-oriented team where every player counts, every shift is a chance to hustle, and every dish is a step toward winning together.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to read recipes, prep sheets, and tickets in English
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required
  • Stamina to stand, bend, and lift up to 60 lbs in a hot, fast-paced kitchen
  • Comfort working around high heat, fryers, char-grills, and slicers (18+ required for slicer use)
  • Ability to measure ingredients accurately by weight and volume
  • Strong focus on food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards

Job Qualifications

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to read recipes, prep sheets, and tickets in English
  • Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required
  • Strong focus on food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards
  • Positive, team-first attitude
  • Quick learner who can multitask and keep composure under pressure
  • Hard worker who takes pride in plating the perfect dish
  • Organized, dependable, and motivated to grow with the company

Job Duties

  • Show up ready to play-arrive on time, in uniform, and with a positive, team-first attitude
  • Execute our chef-driven recipes with precision-prep, cook, and plate everything the Walk-On's way
  • Keep it clean-practice 'clean as you go' to maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized kitchen
  • Handle high-volume shifts with hustle and composure-gameday gets busy, and we thrive under pressure
  • Follow food rotation and labeling standards to keep ingredients fresh and safe
  • Use proper portioning tools and scales to deliver consistent, championship-quality dishes
  • Maintain and calibrate kitchen equipment like thermometers, fryers, and grills
  • Help with deliveries, unloading, stocking, and rotation of food and supplies
  • Jump in to support teammates-assist wherever needed to keep the kitchen running smoothly
  • Take out trash, break down cardboard, and leave the kitchen ready for the next shift

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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