Line Cook - Merriam-Hielan

This location is operated by an independent franchise owner. Benefits may vary by location. When applying, please note that current job availability is found by clicking the link to the franchise specific hiring website.

Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take pride in great team work, then we want to hear from you!

• Fast hiring process
• Flexible part-time or full-time schedule
• Growth opportunities
• Great team atmosphere and culture

• Properly learn and execute all of our recipe procedures
• Maintain cleanliness throughout kitchen
• Follow company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Communicate ticket times to Team Members
• Keep food orders flowing continuously from the kitchen

Chili's was born in Dallas, Texas in 1975. Since then, we've boldly claimed our place in the casual dining industry as the place to go for Big Mouth burgers, house smoked ribs, full on fajitas, and hand shaken margaritas! With a legacy deeply rooted in service, hospitality, and giving back, we are committed to delivering the best experience to every Guest, every day.

• Friendly, warm, and caring demeanor with Team Members
• Thinks and acts quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to use slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors, etc.
• Prior experience preferred in a similar food and beverage service and preparation position

At Chili’s, you may start in one role. But, if you have the right combination of ingredients, there are plenty of places to go. Here’s what a possible career path could look like:

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Average Pay: $10 – $20 per hour
Salary Range: $45,000 - $60,000

• One-to-one mentoring and coaching
• Ongoing training
• Skill development in hospitality, teamwork, salesmanship and a whole lot more

Our training program will help you turn your natural leadership skills into a management role. After you have mastered hourly team member responsibilities, or if you have past leadership experience in a different capacity, your experience will help you prepare for the next level with Chili’s and the Assistant Manager role provides:

• 8-10 Week Training Program
• Area AO (Area of Ownership) Meetings
• A wealth of opportunities to hone your business and people skills

Salary Range: $50,000 - $70,000

After a minimum of six months as an Assistant Manager, you may be ready for your next big move up. As you continue to develop your leadership skills, you may enjoy such growth options as:

• Development through the EMERGE program to bring out the best leader in you
• Mentoring opportunities through the RISE program
• On-the-job skill training in schedule writing, budgeting, data analysis, and more

Salary Range: $65,000 – $90,000

When you have established your reputation for excellence and have demonstrated the ability to develop others, we’ll help you grow into a General Manager role where you may continue your development through:

• Participation in the ELEVATE program to strengthen the preparation and support for our new General Managers.
• Ongoing training on operational systems, people management, marketing, accounting and more
• Possible participation in the LEAD development program designed to further refine your leadership skills

Our learning and development programs will help you make the most of your unique abilities.

We offer health and wellness benefits, an incredible array of employee discounts and much more.

“I love the fact that I’m not just putting together another mass-produced meal. I’m creating a craveable masterpiece.”
- Line Cook