Crew Member

Crew Member


Company
Wendy's
Location
Rego Park, NY
Job Type
Full-time and Part-time
Via
via Wendy's Careers

Job Description
What you'll do
Discover what's right for you. At Wendy's, you'll find a fast-paced, high-energy environment where everyone on the team works together, and knows how to have fun!

What you'll do.

As a Crew Member, you'll be cross trained to work several different stations in the restaurant.
• Greeting and serving guests with enthusiasm, courtesy and hospitality
• Preparing and serving food as needed
• Assist in opening or closing procedures
• Ensure there is clear communication between the register and food line staff
• Knowledgeable of the brand and menu items
• Follow sanitation and safety procedures

If you're interested in a position that rewards your commitment, then Wendy's is right for you. We encourage you to complete our application and look forward to discussing your place on the Wendy's team.

What you can expect
As a Crew Member at Wendy's, you'll enjoy:
• Competitive pay and generous benefits, including employee meal discounts
• Flexible full-time or part-time work schedule that makes sense for you
• One-on-one, self-paced training, and promotion from within
• Opportunity to gain experience in all aspects of restaurant operations, from guest service to food prep, cash handling, and opening/closing duties
• Defined career paths for those who are interested in a career at Wendy's
What we expect from you
We're looking for real team players who can take and receive directions well and accomplish many tasks during one of our action-packed shifts.

Whether you're wearing a headset and manning the drive-thru, greeting customers and running the register, preparing menu items, loading stock, or keeping the restaurant clean and inviting, your accuracy and attention to detail are qualities that will make you a star player on the Wendy's team.

Our candidate has a strong customer focus, initiative, and a can-do attitude. Must be able to meet the physical demands of the position which includes, but is not limited to standing for long amounts of time and lifting to 50 lbs.

This job opportunity is with one of our many franchisees. Independently owned and operated, Wendy's franchise organizations determine their own compensation, benefits and career programs which may vary from company-owned locations.

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