What are the responsibilities and job description for the Team Member position at Popeyes?
Founded in 1972, Popeyes® has more than 40 years of history and culinary tradition. Popeyes® owes its beginnings to entrepreneur and culinary innovator, Al Copeland. With one small restaurant and a big idea, Copeland introduced the New Orleans–style fried chicken that has now made the brand famous throughout the world. Popeyes® culinary heritage is built upon the rich Cajun and creole flavor profiles that are unmistakably Louisiana. We continuously draw upon and celebrate this heritage to inspire new, authentic menu creations the world craves. Popeyes distinguishes itself with a unique New Orleans style menu featuring spicy chicken, chicken tenders, fried shrimp and other regional items. This unique and flavorful food has allowed Popeyes to become one of the world’s largest chicken quick service restaurants, with over 2,700 restaurants in the U.S. and around the world.
Overview:
The Team member with Popeyes will have skills and behaviors to create memorable experiences for our Guests. A Team member is passionate about providing Guests with the best experience possible. Must be able to follow Cajun Hospitality: Smile, make eye contact, greet the Guest, repeat the order, and thank the Guest. Team members must enjoy working with people who take food seriously yet have fun preparing and serving it. Must be committed to contributing to the collaborative spirit of the team, be energized by the opportunity to learn, grow, and explore your career potential.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Greets Guests with a smile while receiving orders and processing payments
Prepares and packages food and drink products
Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the restaurant, including dining room, restroom & exterior
Maintains health and safety standards in work areas
Demonstrate knowledge of the brand and menu items
Check food quality and food temperature throughout the day to ensure the food is fresh and safe to serve
Unloads and stocks inventory items as needed
Prompt and regular attendance on assigned shifts
Acts with integrity and honesty, and promotes the culture of Popeyes
Qualifications and skills
Must be at least sixteen (16) years of age
Comfortable working in a fast paced environment
Ability to interact in a positive and professional manner with Guests and coworkers
Willingness to learn all areas of restaurant operations & work multiple stations
Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
Physical Demands
Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 15 pounds of force constantly to move objects
Ability to carry products/boxes and miscellaneous weighing no more than 60 pounds
Consistently operates registers
Consistently handle product preparation
Consistently kneel and follow proper lifting procedures
Frequently stoop and pick up supplies and trash
Consistently y push to open and close door to store and storage shed as well as cooler and freezers
Consistently stand during serving customers and training
Consistently talk to and listen to fellow team members and Guests
Consistently lifts for product preparation, stocking and inventory
Popeyes is an equal opportunity employer that makes employment decisions based on skills and experience and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
