Cafeteria Cook I: Front‑Line Prep & Hot Line

Quest Food Management Services

Highland Park (IL)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Full time

4 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Career growth
No nights / no weekends
Sign-on bonus
Shoes for Crews credit
Company holidays
Referral bonus
Pre-tax commuter benefit
401k with matching
Employee assistance program
Wisely Pay Card
Discount on event spaces
Full-time benefits: Medical, Dental, V

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services is seeking a Cook I for its cafeteria operations in Highland Park, Illinois. You will prepare and present menu items during service, follow the prep list, and assist in daily kitchen operations to meet Quest standards.

This role includes cold prep, salads, grab & go production, and on-hot-line service, with emphasis on safety and accurate delivery of dishes. The position offers full-time and part-time hours, with benefits for full-time staff and a sign-on bonus of

Qualifications

  • Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of menus.
  • Assist in day-to-day kitchen operations.
  • Maintain line in a consistent and professional manner.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and present menu items during service.
  • Assist with bulk prep, catering prep, and product receiving.
  • Receive and store kitchen deliveries and ensure food safety practices.

Job description

Quest Food Management Services is seeking a Cook I for its cafeteria operations in Highland Park, Illinois. You will prepare and present menu items during service, follow the prep list, and assist in daily kitchen operations to meet Quest standards.

This role includes cold prep, salads, grab & go production, and on-hot-line service, with emphasis on safety and accurate delivery of dishes. The position offers full-time and part-time hours, with benefits for full-time staff and a sign-on bonus of

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