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Updated March 14, 2024
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Example back-of-house specialist requirements on a job description

Back-of-house specialist requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in back-of-house specialist job postings.
Sample back-of-house specialist requirements
  • High School diploma or GED equivalent.
  • Working knowledge of kitchen equipment.
  • Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
  • Ability to work flexible hours.
  • Ability to stand for long periods.
Sample required back-of-house specialist soft skills
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
  • Commitment to safety and sanitation standards.
  • Strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work well as part of a team.

Back-of-house specialist job description example 1

Chick-fil-A back-of-house specialist job description

Chick-fil-A Legacy Village is looking for a BOH kitchen prep.

Here at Legacy Village we love to have fun and work hard. Apply with us and lets see what is next for you!

Thank you for your interest in a great career opportunity with Chick-fil-A. Here, you are taking the first step towards a very rewarding career. Every job at Chick-fil-A will prepare you to be the best you can be.

We are currently looking for high energy, hard working team members to join our kitchen team. Must have a sense of urgency, focus on food safety and sending out a great food product people will love.

Work directly with the Owner/Operator

CLOSED ON SUNDAYS!

Hours of operation are 6:30AM-10:00PM Monday-Saturday

Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply

Competitive Pay and Benefits

Scholarships Available

Requirements/Responsibilities

Responsibilities of Prep:

Must be at least 16 years old

Basic Food Prep:
Salads, fruit cups, wraps, Greenleaf, chicken shredding, tomatoes, cabbage blend, special made orders, washing produce, stocking produce for day parts, etc.

Restocking

Catering Orders

General cleaning and maintaining

Opening and closing duties

Produce Ordering (if needed)

Desired Skills:
Food safety mindset
Proactive
Desire to improve and good at communication
Great attitude

Benefits:
Scholarships
Paid Time Off
401k etc.

Special Instructions

Please do not send any emails, resumes, or call.
We are making it really easy to apply for this position.

Simply submit a ZippyApp application package which may include the Common Employment Application, Resume, and a Cover Letter. In your Cover Letter, please write a short paragraph describing yourself and why you would make a great addition to our team.

ZippyApp is the Common Employment Application for online and mobile that allows you to apply for jobs with one click, and is being accepted at a growing number of businesses each day.
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Back-of-house specialist job description example 2

Two Bit Circus back-of-house specialist job description

Join the Circus!


Two Bit Circus is opening an entertainment venue in Dallas in November!

The exact origin of Two Bit Circus is unknown, but clues abound. Some say it was put here as a social experiment by time travelers from the future. Others insist it's been created by robots. Perhaps the most popular theory is that an inspired band of mad scientists, visual artists and storytellers somehow came together to weave multiple disciplines into the coolest entertainment venue ever. Whatever you believe, you'll discover an unforgettable interactive digital playground of amusements.

We have a full bar, kitchen, and a wonderful assortment of VR and arcade games!

We are currently gathering resumes for our
Job Fair
for
Back of House Positions
:
  • Line Cooks - Our Line Cooks are key in coordinating food orders to support expedient and fresh delivery to each table, focusing on consistency with each order, all while following proper food safety and sanitation standards to guarantee safety.
  • Prep Cooks - Our Prep Cooks have a hand in ensuring the highest quality of food is prepared in our kitchen. They properly stock the kitchen and line with all necessary ingredients to allow our cooks to complete orders on time, while following proper food safety and sanitation standards to guarantee safety.
  • Dishwashers - Our Dishwashers are essential in our daily operations by ensuring our pots, pans, utensils, glasswares, etc., are always clean and fully stocked for both Front of House and Kitchen teams.


Rate of pay ranges from $14 - $18/hr depending on the role. Additional wages from event gratuities will also be paid out to all positions when there are special events!


If you have experience working back of house, or willing to learn, and want to join the circus to help create a new menu of reimagined carnival food featuring small bites and 'shareables', please submit your resume and complete the job application.


Open interviews will be held on the dates below. It's strongly recommended to apply online ahead of time to speed up the check-in process!



October 11th and 12th from 1pm to 7pm. October 13th from 10am to 3pm.



8188 Park Lane # 156, Dallas TX 75231

  • All positions are located in Dallas, The Shops at Park Lane;
  • All applicants must be at least 16 years old at the time of application;
  • All applicants must successfully pass a criminal background check prior to employment;
  • All applicants must have a legal right to work in the United States.



Physical Requirements:

  • Frequently required to lift up to 30 lbs;
  • Continually required to stand for long period of time;
  • Continually required to walk, bend and stoop;
  • Continually requires working taste buds, ability to smell, feel with fingers and visually inspect, including close and distance vision;
  • Continually requires ability to use arms, hands and manipulate fingers to reach, stir, measure, pour, cut, chop, dice, decorate, etc.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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Back-of-house specialist job description example 3

SoCal BNI back-of-house specialist job description

With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette’s mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone.

If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team!


WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR

As the New Store Opening (NSO) Back of House Specialist, you will be responsible for supporting Back of House teams, cakers, bakers, sandwich and salad makers, during the opening store process to ensure they are well prepared for their new roles. This includes reminding them of best practices, skills, and techniques needed to produce the highest quality bakery products.

You will be a key contributor who focuses on educating and mentoring these Back of House team members effectively to ensure there is always consistency in execution of our high quality standards.

KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Work closely with NSO General Manager, NSO Food Production Managers, and NSO Managers, to ensure a sound and seamless new store opening process that includes following company processes and procedures to operate at the highest level of effectiveness and efficiency.
  • Responsible for supporting the new store franchise teams with executing to the appropriate production levels for the café.
  • Work in alignment with café BOH teams and Managers to ensure projected production pars are met, with a focus on quality product being produced.
  • Partner with NSO Food Production Manager and NSO Manager on any Back of House staffing or skills issues during opening.
  • Share feedback with NSO Food Production Manager on the scheduling opportunities with the Back of House teams to ensure there is adequate coverage based on the needs of the business.
  • Responsible for working alongside Back of House teams to show the process of ordering and receiving of shipments.
  • Responsible for ensuring the entire café team is consistently adhering to sanitation and food safety standards
  • Provide coaching, feedback and recognition to ensure the Back of House teams are maintaining and executing to the highest standards of product quality and adherence to Paris Baguette’s mission, vision and brand values.
  • Ability to work extended workdays to the support business as needed.

WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE

  • 2 plus years of Restaurant experience, Bakery Café experience preferred.
  • Flexible, adaptive, upbeat, open and visible management style
  • Passion for people! Dynamic and engaged leader who has a passion for empowering, inspiring, motivating & developing team members.
  • Exceptional organizational and communication skills with the ability to effectively balance priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, ever-changing, and highly entrepreneurial environment.
  • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide construction feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high performance standards.
  • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and manage diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven.
  • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment.
  • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette’s Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture.
  • Love of travel! Ability to travel to all new Corporate and Franchise locations, nationally, as well as in some cases internationally (Canada).

SWEET BENEFITS

  • Competitive compensation
  • Free Cake for your Birthday
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K Retirement Plan
  • Paid time off, paid Holidays
  • High Performance Culture
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Updated March 14, 2024

Zippia Research Team
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