Fry Cook/food pre jade chinese restaurant Ashland, VA Job Details Part-time | Full-time $18 - $20 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Employee discount Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Pre-cooking preparation FIFO Basic knife skills Kitchen stations Full Job Description We are looking for a reliable, hard-working Fry Cook & Food Prep to support our kitchen line. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing fresh ingredients and managing the deep fryers to deliver crispy, hot appetizers and proteins during lunch and dinner rushes.

Key Responsibilities Fry Station Operation:

Fry appetizers and core proteins (egg rolls, dumplings, chicken, shrimp, wontons) to precise crispness, color, and temperature.

Prep Work:

Wash, peel, slice, and portion vegetables, meats, and aromatics according to restaurant recipes and daily par levels.

Station Setup & Maintenance:

Keep the fryer station clean, change and filter fryer oil on schedule, and maintain organized prep cooler stations.

Ticket Coordination:

Work closely with the wok line and expo to ensure fried items are timed perfectly with main entrees.

Kitchen Sanitation:

Follow food safety, labeling, rotation (FIFO), and sanitation standards throughout the shift. Qualifications Prior kitchen experience as a prep cook, line cook, or fry cook is preferred, but motivated candidates willing to learn are welcome to apply. Basic knife skills and familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment. Ability to work cleanly and efficiently in a hot, fast-paced environment. Reliable, punctual, and available for evening and weekend shifts. What We Offer Competitive hourly pay with room for growth into line/wok stations. Free / discounted employee meals. Stable hours and flexible scheduling. A supportive, team-first kitchen environment.

Pay:

$18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount

Work Location:

In person