Cook at Houchens Food Group, Inc. – Murfreesboro, Tennessee

Job Title: Cook
Location: Slim Chickens
Reports To: Kitchen Manager / Shift Leader

Job Summary

At Slim Chickens, every great guest experience begins with our Cook. This position is vital to our success — ensuring that every meal is prepared quickly, accurately, and with the highest quality. The Cook maintains pace and energy in the kitchen, delivering fresh, flavorful food that keeps our guests coming back.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook all menu items according to Slim Chickens’ recipes, portion standards, and quality expectations.
• Maintain an up-tempo work ethic and high level of energy during busy lunch and dinner rushes.
• Quickly and efficiently bread, fry, and assemble menu items — ensuring speed and consistency.
• Monitor and maintain fryer oil quality by properly filtering and cleaning equipment.
• Keep all kitchen work areas, equipment, and utensils clean, sanitized, and organized.
• Follow all food safety, health, and sanitation guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
• Provide leadership and direction to fellow kitchen staff when needed.
• Interact courteously with guests and teammates, always representing the Slim Chickens brand with professionalism.

Work Condition Requirements

• Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including extended hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods as needed.
• Frequent contact with guests, requiring tact, courtesy, and a positive attitude.
• Frequent contact with team members, requiring effective communication, direction, and teamwork.
• Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and squat frequently.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly and effectively.
• Strong math skills and comfort working with numbers.
• Basic computer proficiency for KDS and kitchen systems.
• Demonstrates maturity, professionalism, and self-discipline at all times.
• Friendly, outgoing, and team-oriented personality.
• Maintains a well-groomed, professional appearance.
• Consistently displays a positive attitude and enthusiasm for delivering excellent food and service.

Why Work at Slim Chickens?

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• Fun, fast-paced team environment
• Employee meal discounts

Be part of something fresh — join the Slim Chickens team and help us serve up great food.

Houchens Food Group is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, disability, or pregnancy. Applicants may request accommodations based on religious beliefs, disability, or pregnancy.
Subject to pre-employment background and drug screening.th Southern hospitality!