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

flexible scheduling
growth opportunities
team environment
Gameday atmosphere
Inclusive culture
training provided

Job Description

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux is a vibrant restaurant brand rooted deeply in the spirit of gameday and the culture of Louisiana. Established by two former LSU walk-on basketball players, Walk-On's originated in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and has grown into a nationally recognized chain celebrated for its scratch-made dishes infused with authentic Louisiana flavors. The restaurant emphasizes a lively, energetic gameday atmosphere where every teammate—from kitchen staff to management—plays a critical role in delivering remarkable guest experiences. Walk-On's is a place where hard work, teamwork, and a relentless underdog spirit have propelled the brand to success, creating a culture that values passion, dedication, and continuous growth. The company is committed to inclusivity and celebrates diversity, ensuring all employees feel like family and part of a winning team.

This role is for a part-time, non-exempt Cook position within the Walk-On's kitchen team. Reporting directly to the Kitchen Manager or Manager on Duty, the Cook is a key contributor to the success of the restaurant's kitchen operations. Walk-On's cooks specialize in multiple areas including prep, fry, line, grill, salad, and sandwich stations, ensuring every dish meets the brand’s high standards. The position demands a positive team-first attitude with eagerness to learn and the stamina to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume, and energetic working environment. Cooks will be responsible for executing chef-driven recipes with precision, maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety, handling equipment calibration, managing food rotation to adhere to safety standards, and supporting teammates to maintain smooth kitchen workflow. The environment is high-energy and gameday-driven, providing an excellent opportunity for motivated individuals looking for flexible scheduling alongside growth prospects. Walk-On's fosters a culture of comradery, hustle, and championship spirit, promising that today’s line cook could be tomorrow’s kitchen leader. The role requires compliance with all safety, health, and sanitation regulations to sustain the restaurant's quality and reputation. Walk-On’s offers an environment where team members are encouraged to develop their skills, contribute enthusiastically, and be part of a company that values growth and hard work in every shift.

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 with 18 plus required for slicer use
  • Ability to measure ingredients accurately by weight and volume
  • Strong focus on food safety sanitation and HACCP standards

Job Qualifications

  • Ability to read recipes prep sheets and tickets in English
  • Previous kitchen experience preferred but not required
  • Positive team-first attitude
  • Quick learners who can multitask and keep composure under pressure
  • Hard workers who take 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 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

No experience required


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