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Kenly 95 Petro Travel Center | Evening Shift | Part-Time

Kenly 95 Petro is hiring Helpers for our Taco Bell and Pizza Hut locations. If you’re looking for a fast-paced restaurant job with flexible scheduling, steady hours, and growth opportunities, this is a great opportunity to join a high-volume travel center team.

We are seeking dependable Cashiers and Kitchen Helpers for our 4PM–1AM shift.

Customer Service & Cash Handling:

• Greet customers and provide friendly, efficient service
• Take food orders accurately using a POS system
• Handle cash, credit card, and mobile payments
• Maintain a clean and organized front counter area

Food Preparation & Kitchen Support:

• Prepare menu items according to Taco Bell and Pizza Hut standards
• Assemble food orders quickly and accurately
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (ovens, fryers, prep stations)
• Restock food items and supplies as needed

Cleanliness & Food Safety:

• Follow food safety, sanitation, and health guidelines
• Maintain a clean kitchen, dining area, and workstations
• Complete assigned side work and closing duties

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in fast food, restaurant, customer service, or food service preferred (not required – we train)
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable standing for long periods
• Dependable with reliable transportation
• Must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Must be 18+ years old 

Pay & Benefits:

• Competitive hourly pay
• Flexible scheduling (evening shift: 4PM–1AM)
• Employee meal and merchandise discounts
• Opportunities for advancement into Shift Lead and Management roles
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Steady hours in a high-traffic travel center

Our Company is family-owned and operated since 1964! Kenly 95 is committed to providing a safe work environment. We require a pre-employment drug test and background check as well as random drug testing for employees. This is an on-site position and not remote. Iowa 80 is unable to sponsor a Visa.  

THE KENLY 95 TRUCKSTOP WAS FOUNDED IN 1980 JUST OUTSIDE OF KENLY, NORTH CAROLINA ALONG INTERSTATE 95.Land was purchased in 1973 with intentions of starting to build the next year.As a result of the oil embargo of 1973-1974, funds were tight and construction was delayed until 1979. Once construction began, it moved quickly. The doors were opened to the public on May 5, 1980 as Truck land Truckstop. The Truckstop included a small store, sit-down restaurant, and diesel fuel islands.Two years later, in 1982, the company became a franchisee of Truckstop's of America. Now operating under the name Truckstop's of America, the Truckstop had the opportunity to associate with a nationally recognized name.Through the years, there have been many different expansion projects at Kenly 95. In 1990, a convenience store was built adjacent to the main building.The next major expansion was in 1993. Two new buildings were built to change the location of the diesel islands away from the main building. There was also an addition of a four-bay mechanic shop. In 1994, The Country Pride Restaurant was remodeled.Another remodel was completed in 1998, adding more private showers and renovating the restrooms. Fast food also came to the Truckstop in 1998 when Wendy’s was added.In 2004, the Truckstop was purchased by Iowa 80 Group and was named Kenly 95 Truckstop. A large expansion and remodel started in early 2009 and was completed in 2010.On July 1, 2010, Kenly 95 became a Petro franchise and boasts the driver favorite Iron Skillet Restaurant.In 2012, Caribou Coffee and Dairy Queen joined the Kenly 95 Food Court. This same year, Kenly 95 held their 1st Annual East Coast Trucker’s Jamboree, a three-day festival celebrating trucking.Taco Bell / Pizza Hut Express were added to our food court in Spring 2016.Kenly 95 expanded again with the addition of a large Super Truck Showroom in late 2016. The new trucking-related retail area added 23,000 square feet to the building’s footprint, making it the largest Truckstop on the East Coast.The TA Truck Service Center was rebuilt in the summer of 2019, featuring 6 bays, air conditioning, and covering 30,900 square feet.The most recent expansion in 2024 brought an extra 12,315 square feet to the food court area. Kenly 95 also added 16 EV chargers and 18 RV/trailer parking spots. Stay tuned for what additions are coming to the food court!

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