Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

1. Food Preparation & Cooking:

• Prepare and cook food items, including cheesesteaks, fries, chicken, and other menu items, according to Charley’s recipes and standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment, such as grills, fryers, ovens, and slicers, safely and efficiently.
• Follow proper cooking techniques and times to ensure food is prepared correctly.
• Maintain high-quality food presentation by assembling orders as per customer specifications.

• Adhere to food safety standards, ensuring all ingredients are stored properly and food is cooked to the correct temperature.
• Regularly clean and sanitize kitchen equipment and workstations to maintain a safe and clean cooking environment.
• Follow company guidelines for handling food allergens, ensuring the proper separation and cooking of allergen-free meals.

• Ensure orders are prepared accurately and within the required time to meet customer expectations.
• Work with team members to coordinate cooking and assembly of orders, especially during busy periods, to ensure fast service.
• Maintain a clean and organized cooking station for efficiency.

• Monitor inventory levels of food and supplies and communicate with management when stocks need to be replenished.
• Assist in receiving and storing deliveries to ensure ingredients are fresh and properly stored.
• Help prep ingredients as needed, including chopping vegetables and slicing meats.

• Work closely with other kitchen staff, including dishwashers, prep cooks, and kitchen leads, to ensure orders are prepared on time.
• Communicate with front-of-house staff to ensure a smooth flow of orders and that customer needs are met.
• Support the team in maintaining a positive, fast-paced, and team-oriented work environment.

• Ensure all food is prepared to the highest standards of taste, quality, and consistency.
• Adjust cooking times and techniques as necessary based on customer orders or busy periods.
• Regularly check the quality of ingredients to ensure only the freshest ingredients are used.

Qualifications:

• Previous cooking or food preparation experience in a fast-paced environment preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow recipes and instructions precisely.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality.
• Knowledge of basic food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and during peak business hours.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with a team.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized in a high-energy environment.