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DAY SHIFT- cook

Zaxby's
Tupelo, MS Full Time | Part Time
POSTED ON 5/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026

This Job Posting is for Day Shift (9-5) Cooks ONLY:

Zaxby's is Hiring a Talented Cook

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals in a fun and loving environment?

Zaxby's, an American chain of fast casual restaurants known for its chicken wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and salads, is seeking highly skilled Cooks to join their dynamic team. As a Cook at Zaxby's, you will not only prepare and cook menu items to perfection but also maintain a clean and organized kitchen while upholding food safety standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Maintain awareness of current promotions
  • Enthusiastically represent the Zaxby's brand
  • Assist with guest service and front of house operations
  • Prepare menu items according to company standards and in a safe and sanitary manner
  • Ensure food and beverages are handled according to safety regulations and guidelines
  • Safely operate food preparation and cooking equipment
  • Maintain product levels in assigned stations to be prepared for immediate needs
  • Accurately assemble and package guest orders
  • Maintain a clean and safe working environment

Duties:

  • Keep work areas clean and organized
  • Maintain equipment and inform management of maintenance needs
  • Assist with inventory and storage management
  • Receive and stock incoming inventory deliveries
  • Hold and store food items following food safety guidelines
  • Inform management when inventory is needed
  • Clean and organize storage areas
  • Complete all tasks with a sense of urgency, in a timely manner
  • Work safely and follow all safety guidelines and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Ability to work 32 to 40 hours per week

Capability Requirements:

  • Sit, stand, and walk continuously
  • Occasionally stoop, bend, crouch, or climb, including the use of ladders
  • Frequently lift, push, pull, and carry up to 50 pounds, including lifting overhead
  • Continuous use of hands and wrists for grasping and fine manipulation
  • Communicate proficiently through speech, reading, and writing
  • Maintain effective audio-visual perception and judgment to observe and respond to the environment
  • Work in an environment that features hot and cold temperature variations and exposure to food allergens
  • Operate and work safely with restaurant equipment including, but not limited to, knives, fryers, and potentially hazardous equipment

Benefits:

  • 50% meals when at work. 25% off duty for employee only
  • Flexible hours
  • Room for growth
  • Employee referral bonus
  • Employee of the month bonus available
  • Fun workplace
  • Opportunities to advance because we reward great work

Location: Tupelo 3403 W Main St, Tupelo, MS 38801, USA

Join Zaxby's family today and be a part of a team that values your talents and dedication!

Zaxby's is an American chain of fast casual restaurants offering chicken wings, chicken fingers, sandwiches, and salads. The chain operates primarily in the South, and has more than 900 locations.

Salary : $10

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