Cook

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC; Oak Brook (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Teammate discount

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k

Supplemental benefits discounts

Emergency Financial plan

Theme park discounts

Pet insurance

Legal and Identity Theft Insurance

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lazy Dog Restaurants, LLC is seeking a Full‑Service Line Cook at our Oak Brook, IL location. Cooks earn $19–$20 per hour as part of a Scratch Kitchen that emphasizes fresh, handmade dishes.

We offer flexible scheduling, teammate discounts, and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and 401k. Ideal candidates have 2–5 years on a fast-paced line and strong teamwork skills.

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years' experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include setup, stock, cook and present dishes.
• Ensure only fresh, high-quality ingredients are used.
• Ensure proper recipe display and adherence during preparation.
• Follow food safety procedures and keep a clean, safe workstation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present dishes according to Lazy Dog recipes.
• Maintain clean, organized stations and equipment.
• Adhere to safety and PPE guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with team to ensure quality.

Skills

2-5 yrs exp on fast-paced line

Fast-paced line

Multi-station experience

Bilingual EN/ES

Education

High School (preferred)

Job description

Cook: At this location, our cooks earn $19-$20 / hour.

Be part of the excitement and freshness of a \"Scratch Kitchen\" We hand-craft everything in our kitchens. We are looking for talented individuals that want to grow with a company that cares.

What we offer:

• Flexible scheduling
• Teammate discount
• Supplemental medical, dental, vision, 401k
• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

We are looking for Full- Service Line Cooks:

• 2 to 5 years' experience on a fast-paced line, working all stations.
• Accountable for all aspects of assigned cooking stations to include set up, stock product, cook and present dishes according to Lazy Dogs recipes.
• Ensure only \"fresh\" high-quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.
• Strive to never sell a dish that is not up to Lazy Dog Standards.
• Follow food safety procedures, clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.
• Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance, cleaning and repairing as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Alert chef team immediately of any product, equipment and/or food safety concerns.
• Guest focused and likes to multi-task.
• Demonstrate basic English/Spanish communication skills a plus.
• Trusting, passionate, humble, and gracious team player.
• Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.
• Create fun.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

• Food Handlers Card (California, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Nevada, Texas, Virginia)