Prep Cook / Line Cook

Nando's is a globally recognized restaurant brand specializing in flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken, renowned for its vibrant flavors, warm hospitality, and unique dining experience. As a dynamic player in the fast-casual restaurant industry, Nando's has established a strong presence across North America, offering a platform for employees to engage in a fun, energetic, and team-oriented work environment. With a focus on quality ingredients, customer satisfaction, and a positive workplace culture, Nando's continues to attract culinary professionals and hospitality enthusiasts eager to build their careers. Nando's promotes a culture where everyone feels welcome, emphasizing diversity, inclusivity, and equal opportunity for all team members. The company is currently hiring both full-time and part-time Prep Cooks and Line Cooks, offering flexible scheduling options to accommodate various lifestyles and career objectives. This opportunity is ideal for individuals looking to launch a career in the restaurant industry or those seeking a rewarding job with a supportive atmosphere that values teamwork and personal growth.

The role of Prep Cook/Line Cook at Nando's involves integral responsibilities that support the kitchen operations and ensure a high standard of food quality and consistency. Prep Cooks at Nando's are responsible for the daily preparation of food items, ensuring ingredients are fresh, and recipes are followed to maintain product standards. Working closely with management, Prep Cooks contribute to efficient service by having ingredients ready and by adhering to sanitation and food safety protocols. The position demands the ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a commitment to quality service and food preparation knowledge.

Nando's values employees who demonstrate the ability to take direction, work collaboratively as part of a team, and communicate professionally. The physical requirements of the job include standing, walking, climbing stairs, lifting up to 15 pounds, and performing various movements such as reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, pulling, and hand-eye coordination throughout shifts that can last 8-10 hours. Employees are offered several perks including a competitive base wage supplemented by tips averaging $3 to $4 per hour, free meals during shifts, telehealth medical and mental health benefits for employees and their families, paid time off earned after one year, immediate sick and safe leave, a 401k retirement plan, and opportunities for career advancement through internal development programs.

Nando's North America is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and fostering a harassment-free workplace for all employees and applicants. The company prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic, ensuring fair treatment in all employment practices including recruitment, hiring, promotion, training, and compensation.