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Restaurant Team Member

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
Part-time
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Work Schedule

Flexible
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Benefits

Weekly paychecks
Flexible Hours
Free pizza on your first shift
Ongoing pizza discounts
Direct Deposit
Debit cards
training programs
recognition programs
Referral program
competitive compensation
medical benefits
Paid vacation

Job Description

Papa John's is a leading global pizza delivery and takeout restaurant known for its commitment to quality ingredients and exceptional customer service. As a recognized franchise in the food industry, Papa John's places a strong emphasis on teamwork, employee development, and creating a welcoming environment for both customers and staff. The company prides itself on delivering a product that meets high standards of freshness and taste, making it a trusted name in the pizza market worldwide. Its franchise model offers opportunities for growth and career advancement, with many employees progressing through the ranks internally. With flexible scheduling options, Papa John's accommodates various work-life balance needs for part-time and full-time team members alike.

The Restaurant Team Member position at Papa John's involves performing assigned workstation duties to ensure the delivery of quality products and excellent service to customers. This role demands adherence to the company's strict uniform, appearance, and operational standards as outlined in the Operations Manual, PIZZAcademy, and Team Member Handbook, as well as compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. Working at Papa John’s means contributing to the overall customer experience through efficient order taking, ingredient preparation, and order fulfillment, all while maintaining a positive and professional demeanor both in-person and over the phone.

Team Members are expected to work cohesively with colleagues, covering shifts punctually and providing support where needed to keep operations running smoothly. The role requires a sense of urgency and responsibility in all tasks, from product preparation to cash handling using the FOCUS System, while also maintaining a clean and safe workstation aligned with company safety and security protocols. Team members are encouraged to enhance sales by suggestively selling products to increase each order's average value and ensure customer satisfaction at all times.

Papa John’s culture values each team member as an essential ingredient in its recipe for success. Employees are considered more than just workers; they are part of a family that emphasizes personal growth and teamwork. The company offers training and recognition programs to support employee development and motivate high performance. Benefits include competitive pay schedules with weekly paychecks, flexible hours accommodating different lifestyles, and attractive perks like free pizza on the first shift and ongoing discounts. Additional benefits such as medical coverage and paid vacation are available depending on hours worked, reflecting the company's dedication to employee well-being.

This franchise position requires reliable transportation and a strong work ethic, including being honest, friendly, hard-working, and team-oriented. It offers the opportunity for career progression within a supportive and fun work environment with available part-time and full-time shifts. Papa John’s positions itself as a place where diverse talents come together, much like varied pizza toppings, to create the best possible product for customers. The role focuses heavily on customer service and cash management skills, making it ideal for individuals eager to join a dynamic team in a fast-paced restaurant setting.

Whether you see yourself as the 'pepperoni' or the 'banana pepper' on the Papa John’s pizza team, this role provides a chance to grow professionally while contributing to a company that values its people above all.

Job Requirements

  • Must be 16 or older
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Hardworking
  • Team-oriented
  • Friendly
  • Honest
  • Great customer service skills

Job Qualifications

  • Must be 16 or older
  • Friendly and honest with great customer service skills
  • Team-oriented and hardworking
  • Reliable transportation to and from work
  • Ability to follow company policies and procedures
  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Basic cash handling and order processing skills

Job Duties

  • Perform assigned workstation duties including making quality products
  • Prepare ingredients
  • Take orders
  • Provide quality customer service through positive and professional interaction with customers by phone or in person
  • Act with a sense of urgency in all tasks
  • Work as part of a team and assist each other by being on time for shifts
  • Support other workstations during shifts
  • Complete all closing duties including cleaning at the end of shifts
  • Enhance company image by complying with uniform and appearance standards
  • Contribute to an atmosphere of teamwork, energy and fun
  • Accurately use the FOCUS System
  • Process cash and/or credit card transactions
  • Support sales efforts by suggestively selling to increase the check average
  • Protect company assets by maintaining organized, safe and clean work areas
  • Comply with safety and security standards at all times

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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