Opening for a Cook / Back of House Team Member
Are you looking for a fun, dynamic kitchen environment where your hard work truly matters? Do you enjoy working with a motivated team that values quality and speed? If yes, this delicious opportunity at Popeyes is perfect for you!
Join Popeyes, a beloved brand with over 50 years of culinary tradition, known for its authentic New Orleans-style fried chicken and flavorful menu. As a talented Cook / Back of House Team Member, you will learn valuable kitchen skills and work in a supportive team-first environment. This role offers a fantastic chance to gain experience and grow your career in the food and beverage industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare, bread, batter, and cook chicken, tenders, and other menu items following Popeyes recipes and procedures
- Operate fry station and other kitchen stations as needed
- Monitor cook times, temperatures, and holding times to ensure food quality and safety
- Set up, operate, and safely shut down kitchen equipment including fryers
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen throughout your shift
- Assist with prep work for breading, batter, sides, and other ingredients
- Communicate clearly with front-of-house and assembly teams to keep orders accurate and timely
- Follow all food safety, sanitation, and restaurant safety procedures diligently
- Support the team by learning and working multiple back-of-house stations
Qualifications
- Dependable, hard-working, and safety-minded with a positive attitude
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced kitchen environment around hot equipment and oil
- Able to follow recipes, procedures, and food safety standards consistently
- Strong communication skills and willingness to learn multiple kitchen stations
- Physical ability to stand, bend, reach, lift up to 15 lbs regularly and up to 50 lbs occasionally
- Eligible to work in the United States and meet minimum age requirements
Schedule & Benefits
- Full-time or part-time positions available with day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts
- Competitive pay based on experience, availability, and location
- Employee meal discounts during shifts
- Flexible scheduling where available
Growth Opportunities
- We promote from within whenever possible
- Potential career paths include Shift Manager, Assistant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, and Above Restaurant Leader roles
- Hands-on training and coaching provided from day one
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Ready to join a loving and enthusiastic team where your skills and passion for food can shine? Apply today and start your rewarding journey with Popeyes!
Work schedule
- 8 hour shift
- Weekend availability
- Holidays
- Day shift
- Night shift