Back Of House

Back of House Kitchen Team Member

Houston TX Hot Chicken (HHC)

Houston TX Hot Chicken is a fast-growing, premium hot chicken brand known for bold flavors, high standards, and a relentless focus on execution. Our kitchens are built on consistency, speed, cleanliness, and teamwork. If you take pride in your work, move with urgency, and want to be part of a winning team, this is the role for you.

The Back of House (BOH) Kitchen Team Member is responsible for executing Houston TX Hot Chicken’s food with accuracy, consistency, and speed. This role includes food preparation, breading, frying, plating support, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. BOH team members are critical to food quality, ticket times, and overall guest satisfaction.

• Prepare and cook menu items according to HHC recipes and procedures

• Follow proper breading, frying, and holding procedures to ensure food quality and safety

• Maintain speed and accuracy during high-volume service periods

• Communicate clearly with the expo and front of house team regarding ticket flow and order status

• Properly season, portion, and plate food to brand standards

• Complete prep tasks accurately using the HHC recipe book and prep guides

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all kitchen stations throughout the shift

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and temperature-control standards

• Properly label, rotate, and store food using FIFO principles

• Assist with dishwashing, trash removal, and end-of-shift cleaning duties

• Support teammates and maintain a team-first mindset during busy shifts

• Strong sense of urgency and attention to detail

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen

• Willingness to follow systems, recipes, and coaching

• Reliability, punctuality, and accountability

• Ability to remain calm and focused under pressure

• Previous kitchen or restaurant experience is a plus, but not required

• Ability to stand for extended periods

• Ability to lift up to 40–50 pounds

• Ability to work around heat, fryers, and kitchen equipment

• Ability to perform repetitive motions such as breading, frying, and plating

• Competitive hourly pay

• Opportunities for advancement into Trainer, Shift Lead, or Kitchen Lead roles

• Structured training and clear performance expectations

• A culture built on accountability, teamwork, and pride in execution

• The opportunity to be part of one of the fastest-growing brands in the hot chicken space

If you’re ready to work hard, learn the craft, and take pride in putting out great food every shift, Houston TX Hot Chicken is the place for you.

Apply today and help us set the standard.