Cook

The Buona Companies; Algonquin (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PLAW)

Next Day Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Restaurant and Catering Discounts

401K with Employer Match

Flexible Spending Account

Job summary

The Buona Companies is seeking a Cook in Algonquin, IL to prepare high-quality dishes and maintain a clean, sanitary kitchen. You will follow recipes to cook food to order and uphold Buona standards.

Responsibilities include learning station roles, restocking, ensuring proper portioning, and adhering to health and safety guidelines while delivering fast, accurate service to guests.

Qualifications

• Must have or obtain a valid Food Handler certificate.
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Maintains a clean and sanitary cooking environment.
• Willingness to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.
• Excellent communication and a positive attitude.
• Flexible scheduling and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Learn the following positions: Beef, Pizza, Broiler, Cafe/Salads & Prep.
• Follow recipes and food preparation processes such as cooking, seasoning, grilling, chopping, dicing, cutting and slicing.
• Maintain portion control and monitor food levels on the line.
• Prepare quality food that meets Buona standards.
• Ensure all food is prepared properly before serving to guests.
• Restock food line as needed.
• Comply with health and safety standards for food, cleanliness and safety.
• Be speedy and accurate in fulfilling orders.
• Handle raw and finished waste according to procedures.
• Provide quick and courteous service to guests (dine-in, takeout, drive-thru).
• Wash cookware and utensils and clean equipment as assigned.
• Clean and sanitize as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent communication

Fast-paced environment

Food Handler certificate

Clean and sanitary environment

Stand for long periods

Lift up to 25lbs

Job description

From $16 per hour - $19 per hour , based on experience + tips

Job Summary:

As a Cook, you will be preparing food to our high-quality standards while maintaining a clean and sanitary workspace. You will cook food to order by following provided recipes and uphold the Buona standard.

Responsibilities:

• Learn the following positions: Beef, Pizza, Broiler, Cafe/Salads & Prep
• Follow recipes and food preparation processes properly such as cooking, seasoning, grilling, chopping, dicing, cutting and slicing
• Maintain appropriate portion control and monitoring food levels on the line
• Prepare quality food that meets our Buona standards
• Ensure all food is being made properly before being handed out to guests
• Restock food line
• Comply with health and safety standards for food, cleanliness and safety
• Be speedy and accurate in fulfilling orders
• Handle raw and finished waste according to established procedures
• Act with a sense of urgency with all guests, whether dine-in, takeout, or drive-thru
• Washing cookware and utensils and cleaning equipment as assigned
• Cleaning and sanitizing as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications and Skills:

• Excellent communication and positive attitude
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Must obtain Food Handler certificate
• Must work to maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 25lbs
• Paid Time Off (PLAW)**
• Next Day Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Wages
• Restaurant and Catering Discounts
• 401K with Employer Match (must be 21+ years of age)
• Flexible Spending Account*

**only eligible for Illinois locations

*our comprehensive insurance program is available to all full-time eligible employees. All Buona

employees become full-time eligible upon being employed for one full year, assuming an average of 30