Team Member
popeyesDecatur (IL)
About the role
At Popeyes, we're all about serving bold, craveable flavors and creating joyful guest experiences. With a rich Louisiana heritage and a passion for people, we've become one of the world's most beloved fried chicken brands. We believe in hard work, teamwork, and opportunities to grow - and we'd love for you to join our team! We are seeking enthusiastic, dependable, and hard-working Team Members to join our Popeyes family! As a Team Member, you will be at the heart of the restaurant, delivering exceptional guest service, preparing delicious food, and helping create a fun, positive atmosphere for both guests and coworkers.
Why Join Us?
Leadership development and advancement opportunities (Let Us Lead YOU!)Competitive compensation we aim to recognize your dedication and hard work. Medical, Dental and Vision benefits (FT)*Discounted meals while on duty 'Love That Chicken!'Fun, supportive, and inclusive team culture
What You'll Do:
- Greet guests with a smile and a positive attitude, ensuring they feel welcome
- Take guest orders accurately and operate the cash register efficiently
- Prepare and cook Popeyes signature menu items according to brand standards
- Ensure all food is fresh, properly presented, and delivered in a timely manner
- Maintain restaurant cleanliness, including dining areas, kitchen, restrooms, and exterior
- Stock supplies and keep workstations organized and clean
- Follow health, safety, and sanitation guidelines at all times
- Collaborate with team members and managers to meet daily operational goals
- Assist with deliveries, inventory, and other back-of-house tasks as needed
- Lift and carry items (up to [insert weight, e.g., 30-50 lbs]) and stand for extended periods
What We're Looking For:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Previous restaurant, retail, or customer service experience is a plus, but not required - we provide training!
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
- A passion for delivering great guest service
- Willingness to learn and grow with the team
- Flexibility to work various shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays
- The Company may require a background check as part of the hiring process, and continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory results in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
This position operates in a fast-paced restaurant environment and may involve exposure to hot equipment, kitchen hazards, cleaning chemicals, and moderate noise levels. The role requires frequent standing, bending, lifting, and reaching throughout the shift, including the ability to lift up to 60 pounds occasionally, with or without reasonable accommodation.
We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. HZOPS also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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