Cook / Back of House Team Member

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

  • Meriden, CT
  • 3 days ago

    Highlights

    Join Popeyes, a beloved brand with over 50 years of culinary tradition, known for its authentic New Orleans-style fried chicken and flavorful menu. Potential career paths include Shift Manager, Assistant Manager, Restaurant General Manager, and Above Restaurant Leader roles.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMeriden, CT

    Description

    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
    Location:

    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

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