Forest Fire Cook Jobs (NOW HIRING)

NOW HIRING for our newest location!

We will be accepting walk in interviews from 9am-6pm Monday-Saturday at our hiring suite. Hiring suite located at the Fairfield Inn in Wake Forest:

12051 Retail Dr, Wake Forest, NC 27587 

At Firebirds, every dish we serve is a reflection of our commitment to extraordinary hospitality. As a Line Cook, you’ll be a key part of our Back of House team—bringing focus, consistency, and pride to every plate that leaves the kitchen.

You’ll work in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where quality, timing, and teamwork come together to create memorable guest experiences.

What you can expect from us:

Our team members are the most important stakeholder here at Firebirds Wood Fired Grill and such an important part of our brand. We ensure that our team members receive extensive training and development, are continuously set up for success, and feel welcomed in our Firebirds family! Never worked in a restaurant before but have a passion for learning more? It will be our pleasure to start you in a role where you can train and develop skillsets to become a hospitality expert!

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items with speed, accuracy, and consistency.
• Set up, stock, and maintain your assigned station throughout service.
• Read and execute tickets accurately while meeting timing standards.
• Plate dishes with consistency and attention to presentation.
• Monitor food temperatures and follow all food safety standards.
• Properly label, store, and rotate all food items.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Support teammates and communicate effectively during service.
• Complete closing and cleaning checklists as assigned.

What’s in it for you:

• Flexible schedules! Time-off on holidays— closed on Christmas and Thanksgiving Day; early closure on Christmas Eve!
• Competitive hourly wage
• New store openings— we are growing and with growth comes opportunities for advancement!
• Extensive training and development— we focus on building your knowledge during training and it doesn't stop there--continued education is a focus to make sure our team members are experts in their positions.
• Benefits for eligible team members—medical and paid time-off!
• Team member motivation— discounted meals, exhilarating contests, and thrilling prizes!
• Qualifications:
• Basic knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations
• Ability to work on your feet for 8 hours or more a day
• Ability to bend, kneel, and lift items frequently weighing up to 35 pounds
• Ability to be patient and have a guest-oriented mindset
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all team members
• Attention to cleanliness and safety procedures
• Must have reliable transportation
• 18+ age requirements for BOH positions

You may also apply in person at your local Firebirds Wood Fired Grill Monday through Friday between 2 pm and 4 pm!

If you’re passionate about hospitality and delivering exceptional guest experiences—whether in person or to-go—we’d love to meet you.

Grow your skills and find your fire.

Firebirds is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is a collection of 73 polished-casual restaurants specializing in boldly flavored, classic American cuisine, including fresh steaks and seafood prepared from scratch and seared over local hickory, oak or pecan wood on an authentic wood-fired grill. Architectural features include custom-designed wine walls, inviting patios and the FIREBAR, which boasts a wide selection of artisan cocktails, craft beer and a robust wine list, including Firebirds private label wine, served at proper cellar temperatures. With its purpose to Serve, enrich and exceed, Firebirds prides itself on providing real value and unexpected delights to its guests, while weaving itself into the fabric of the communities it serves. To date, Firebirds has donated more than $4 million to Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation to fund childhood cancer research through the sale of its freshly squeezed lemonade. Firebirds has received numerous national awards, including multiple Trip Advisor Certificates of Excellence and recognition in the FSR 50 Top 10 Fast-Growing Chains and as one of 10 Breakout Brands by Nations Restaurant News. For more information or to find a location, visit firebirdsrestaurants.com, like Firebirds on Facebook or follow Firebirds on Twitter at @FirebirdsGrill or Instagram at @FirebirdsGrill.