Team Member - Dave's Hot Chicken
White Plains, NY 10607
About the Job
Team Member
Reports to: Restaurant General Manager
The Team Member will work productively in a fast-paced environment, maintaining a quick speed of service and optimal guest experience. The Team Member will work closely with colleagues to prepare fresh and hot food, deliver 5-star guest service, clean and maintain the restaurant, and conduct other duties assigned by the Restaurant Management Team. This role manages payments responsibly, adheres to food service standards, and ensures cleanliness of all aspects of the restaurant in compliance with all policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Essential functions include, but are not limited to:
- Welcomes guests warmly and ensures positive interactions.
- Anticipates and exceeds guest expectations.
- Provides menu suggestions and ensures accurate order preparation.
- Handles guest concerns professionally, following company policies.
- Maintains a tidy appearance and follows uniform policies.
- Processes orders accurately and handles payments.
- Prepares and packages food and drinks.
- Ensures restaurant cleanliness and sanitation.
- Restocks and maintains inventory.vc
- Adheres to food and cash control guidelines.
- Takes accountability for accuracy and security in handling cash.
- Addresses guest needs regarding cash handling and order preparation.
- Other duties as assigned.
What Will Make You Successful:
- Current student or high school diploma/GED preferred.
- Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age.
- Must be available and willing to work a variety of days/times including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
- Willingness to learn all areas of restaurant operations & work multiple stations.
- Ability to display positive attitude and a genuine desire to make others happy and serve one another.
- Ability to treat others with respect and care.
- Strong communication skills, including verbal communication in Spanish and/or English.
- Self-motivated and action-oriented.
- Attitude that embraces learning.
- Willing to admit when you made a mistake, take accountability, and fix the issue.
- Prompt and regular attendance on assigned shifts - dependable and reliable.
- Physical Requirements: Lift, move, carry, and stack cartons up to 50 pounds from various heights to/from shelves. Stand for long periods of time. Frequently squat or stoop to reach items on low shelves or off the floor. Routinely reach overhead, forward, and underneath shelves, counter, tables, and kitchen equipment. Requires frequent motions of bending, wiping, sweeping, and mopping. Frequent exposure to fluctuating temperatures in areas such as cooler, freezer, and cooking sections of the restaurant. Hazards include, but not limited to, slipping, tripping, burns, cuts, abrasions, and falls.
- Reasonable Accommodations: May be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
What You Can Expect from Us:
- Competitive salary
- Ongoing career and leadership development
- Scholarship opportunities
- People-first culture
- Authentic, values-based leadership
- Medical, dental, vision Insurance for full-time employees
About the Company:
Rackson is recognized as one of the top QSR operators in the US with a strong growth strategy and a commitment to values-based leadership. Putting people first is at the core of our company culture. Come be a part of our all-star team!
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Rackson Restaurants was founded in 2013 as a top-performing restaurant management company that challenges and rewards its team members to dream big. Led by our founder Chris Johnson, our values and maniacal attention to detail set the north star. We believe in taking outstanding individuals on a journey to grow an organization that will operate at a consistently high standard, long term, and provide our team members opportunities for growth along the way. To achieve this goal, we partner with iconic brands to operate great restaurants that make a meaningful impact in our communities. Most importantly, we have a lot of fun operating and growing the business every day!
One of Rackson's key brands is Dave's Hot Chicken, a rapidly growing fast-casual restaurant chain specializing in Nashville-style hot chicken. Dave's Hot Chicken quickly expanded from a small pop-up to over 100 locations across four countries. The brand is renowned for its spicy chicken tenders and sliders, which come in various heat levels, and has garnered a dedicated following thanks to its high-quality food and vibrant social media presence.
Rackson's vision is to be one of the most highly valued multi-brand franchisees in the United States as a result of its disciplined focus on profitable growth and dedication to employee and guest satisfaction.
We approach this goal through the lens of People, Process, Profit. We rely on our values - Fairness, Accountability, and Recognition - to help us get there.