Cook
$9/hr
Zaxby's most popular items are its fresh, hand-breaded Chicken Fingerz and Jumbo Buffalo Wings, smothered in a choice of sauces with names like Wimpy, Tongue Torch, Nuclear and Insane. The menu also ...
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$9/hr
Zaxby's most popular items are its fresh, hand-breaded Chicken Fingerz and Jumbo Buffalo Wings, smothered in a choice of sauces with names like Wimpy, Tongue Torch, Nuclear and Insane. The menu also ...
Quick apply
$9/hr
Zaxby's most popular items are its fresh, hand-breaded Chicken Fingerz and Jumbo Buffalo Wings, smothered in a choice of sauces with names like Wimpy, Tongue Torch, Nuclear and Insane. The menu also ...
$7.93 - $9.03
2% of jobs
$9.03 - $10.12
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$10.12 - $11.21
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$11.84 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$11.21 - $12.30
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The median wage is $13.94 / hr.
$13.40 - $14.49
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$15.72 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
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| Aspect | Wimpy | Barista |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Minimal, often just basic customer service skills | Food safety certification, coffee knowledge |
| Work Environment | Fast-food restaurant, casual setting | Coffee shop, casual to upscale setting |
| Employer & Industry | Fast-food chains, quick-service restaurants | Coffee shops, cafes, specialty coffee industry |
| Common Search & Comparison | Wimpy vs Barista | Wimpy vs Barista |
The main difference between Wimpy and a Barista lies in their work environment and required skills. Wimpy employees typically work in fast-food settings with minimal certifications, focusing on quick service. Baristas usually work in coffee shops, requiring specific knowledge of coffee and food safety. While Wimpy roles emphasize fast-paced customer service, Baristas often focus on coffee preparation and customer experience.

5.0
Based on 680 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
54th of 103 rated fast food restaurants
Hungry For A Great Career?
To our guests, Zaxby’s is more than just a place to eat – it’s a place to have fun, spend some time with friends and experience great food.
To our team members, Zaxby's is a family. So come on in! We're saving a seat for you.
Full-time and Part-time jobs available!
Position Overview
This position is classified as non-exempt and reports to the Assistant Manager and General Manager.
Cooks are directly responsible for creating a great guest experience by consistently serving quality food in a timely manner. You will receive and stock inventory, prepare, cook and assemble orders, keep the kitchen clean and organized, and maintain food safety and quality standards by following standard operating procedures.
Core Values:
Guest Focused Our success is linked to satisfied guests. We will keep the guest at the center of everything we do.
Develop Talent We recognize that people are our most important asset. We strive to attract, motivate, recognize, and develop the best, diverse talent possible.
Operational Excellence We execute our systems with excellence. We strive to achieve the highest quality possible in everything that we do.
Continuous Improvement We deliver what we promise but strive to deliver more than is expected. We will embrace change when it allows us to improve excellence.
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Benefits:
An alternative to fast food, Zaxby’s offers fresh, prepared-at-order chicken fingers, wings, sandwiches and salads. Zaxby’s most popular items are its fresh, hand-breaded Chicken Fingerz and Jumbo Buffalo Wings, smothered in a choice of sauces with names like Wimpy, Tongue Torch, Nuclear and Insane. The menu also offers innovative Shareables and Sides. Zaxby’s also features a variety of Party Platterz perfect for any family gathering or special occasion.
Zaxby’s also offers three salads, or Zalads: The House, The Blue,, and The Cobb. All of Zaxby’s Zalads offer more chicken, unique ingredients, such as French-fried onions, fresh veggies and juicy tomatoes and are larger than most salads offered elsewhere. Each is prepared with chicken, three kinds of lettuce, and shredded or crumbled cheese.
The quick casual restaurant, based in Athens, Ga.-based chain has boomed to more than 500 units in 13 Southeastern states (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas and Virginia) and continues to grow.
Requirements
You must be hard working, team-oriented, friendly, honest and have great customer skills. A positive attitude and reliable transportation are also a must!