Cook

Smashburger

Smashburger

location-logoWatchung, NJ, 07069

jobtype-icon Full Time

dateposted-icon 18 July 2026

Cook

Our first Smashburgerrestaurant opened in 2007 with one single notion in mind; to serve abetter burger! Better burgers takes better service, support andteamwork. That's why we treat our team members fairly in a diverseand safe environment. With an average of 10 restaurants opening each year, weinvest in building internal opportunities for our teams’ learning andgrowth.” We just build better. Better Burgers. BetterTeams. Better Experiences.

Better Benefits: Builda better experience work & lifestyle!

  • Tip share-earn up to $2/hr. extra in tips
  • Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends
  • 50% of the best burgers around (or other menu options)
  • Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment
  • Medical, Dental and Vision Options
  • Paid time off – vacation and sick
  • 401K match (21 and older)
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Fast track for career opportunities and management experience
  • Free uniform and hat

Eligibility basedoff of time in position and average hours worked

Referred EmployeesMust Be in Good Standing & Referee must be employed with Smashburger attime of payout. Bonus is paid in two distributions

Cook Responsibilities

  • Reporting to the Restaurant General Manager, our cooks are the champions of better burgers! In this role you will:
  • Be a menu expert, follow Smashburger’s prep and menu recipe standards to prepare guest orders
  • Reading, preparing and cooking food orders to specifications is a must! This ensures guest satisfaction, gold standards and minimizes waste
  • Be a team player. Must be able to work with others on the line and communicate effectively with Guest Service Experts (GSE) and managers in a busy restaurant environment
  • Ensure all food items are rung in prior to preparing orders; but be flexible to verbal instructions being called back (sometimes GSEs or guests get the order wrong from intake – we are all human)
  • Have pride in maintaining cleanliness of kitchen floors, equipment and counters at all times with the use of company approved cleaning products
  • Operate large cooking equipment such as grills and deep fryers; must be capable of using knives and slicing equipment with proper PPE
  • Follow checklists and proven systems to set up, stock and close the kitchen
  • Learn new recipes and procedures to support marketing promotions
  • Assist GSEs in managing dining room cleanliness and efficient food delivery, and other duties as assigned by management
  • Foster and value a safe work environment by following all personal and food safety and security standards

Cook Requirements

  • No experience necessary – we build better skills! Must successfully complete Smashburger training program
  • Must be 16 years of age or older
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time; move, reach, grasp and lift boxes of food/ supplies up to 50 lbs.
  • Kneel, bend, twist, stoop and smash
  • Ability to work in high temperatures – it gets hot in the kitchen!
  • Showing up on time to work variable hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays is an essential function of the job
  • Follow Smashburger uniform standards
  • Ability to follow all guidelines and procedures set forth by Smashburger, local, state, and federal employment regulations
  • Must be able to produce authorized U.S. work documents; Smashburger participates in E-verify

All applicants andemployees have an equal opportunity for employment and advancement withinSmashburger. Smashburger is dedicated to the principles of equalemployment opportunity. We prohibit unlawful discrimination againstapplicants, prospective applicants or employees on the basis of age 40 andover, race, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, geneticinformation, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status,or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. Thisprohibition includes unlawful harassment based on any of these protectedclasses. Unlawful harassment includes verbal or physical conduct whichhas the purpose or effect of substantially interfering with an individual’swork performance or creating an intimidating, hostile, or offensive workenvironment. We maintain a workplace free of racial slurs and bias. Thispolicy applies to all employees, including managers, supervisors, co-workers,and non-employees such as customers, clients, vendors, consultants, etc. Anyconduct in violation of these company policies is also a violation of thelaw. Employees who engage in, ratify, or perpetuate discrimination,harassment or retaliation will be subject to disciplinary action, up to andincluding immediate discharge.

https://smashburger.com/job-applicant-privacy-policy



We use eVerify to confirm U.S. Employment eligibility.

FAQ's:

Q) Does Smashburger hire for smash-griddle cooking roles?

A) Yes, burgers are cooked using a smash technique on flat-top grills.

Q) Are fries and sides prepared fresh in-store?

A) Yes, many sides are prepared on-site.

Q) Is fast-casual counter service the standard model?

A) Yes, most locations operate as fast-casual restaurants.

Q) Do employees handle custom burger builds?

A) Yes, customization is a major part of order preparation.

Q) Are kitchen roles highly station-based?

A) Yes, employees often work assigned cooking stations during rushes.

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