Cook – Zankou Chicken – Van Nuys, CA

Zankou Chicken is an award-winning, family-owned, fast-casual Mediterranean restaurant chain with nine locations in Southern California. At Zankou, we serve quality, natural, and uniquely delicious Mediterranean meals at an affordable price and with aWOWlevel guest experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Cooking

• Provides a WOW experience to our Guests by bringing our awesome menu to life!
• Prepares fresh, delicious and healthful meals by preparing all food items to order, and following standard recipes and procedures
• Operates cooking stations: falafel preparation, kabob preparation rotisserie preparation, wrap/plate preparation areas, and others
• Stocks/restocks items
• Rinses and cuts raw food products
• Receives and stores food supplies and equipment
• Keeps cook line and prep areas in a clean, sanitary and safe manner
• Cleans, organizes, and maintains walk-in refrigerator, reach-in refrigerator, cooler drawers, prep, and dry storage area

Teamwork

• Has a strong Team Member attitude and can work well with others from diverse backgrounds to reach goals of restaurant
• Strong communication skills, can express comments/concerns in a positive manner
• Communicates with Team Members and Management throughout the shift regarding status of orders and availability of product

Safety

• Understands and follows all food safety and temperature standards
• Helps maintain a safe environment for all Guests and Team Members by following all Zankou Chickens Safety procedures

All other duties as assigned

SKILLS & EXPECTATIONS

• Food Handler Certificate (obtain within 30 days of hire)
• Positive attitude. Willingness to adapt to a changing and growing environment
• Ability to maintain a calm professional demeanor during any volume of business
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule
• Order Accuracy (reading receipts properly)
• Basic math skills
• Attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Multi-tasking, organization and time-management skills
• Some exposure to smoke, steam, high temperatures and humidity
• Reaches, bends, squats and frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 lbs.
• Capable of using knives, slicing equipment and other food preparation equipment/tools
• Mobility required during the entire shift

Benefits:

• Fun and challenging work environment with opportunities for growth and professional development!
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Paid Vacation
• Discounted meals and free snacks
• Flexible schedule

Brand: Zankou Chicken

Address: 5658 Sepulveda Blvd #103 Van Nuys, CA – 91411

Property Description: Van Nuys Zankou Chicken

Property Number: 2