Cook

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Next Day Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Competitive Wages

Restaurant Discounts

Catering Discounts

401K with Employer Match

Job summary

The Buona Companies in Illinois is hiring a Cook to prepare meals to our high-quality standards, following recipes and keeping a clean, sanitary workspace while working efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include learning positions, restocking, upholding health and safety standards, and delivering timely, quality food to guests for dine-in, takeout, or drive-thru. Competitive hourly wages start at $16–$19 plus tips, with benefits and scheduling options available.

Qualifications

• Must obtain Food Handler certificate.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary environment.
• Able to stand for long periods and lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Learn positions on the line (Beef, Pizza, Broiler, Cafe/Salads & Prep).
• Follow recipes and food preparation steps (cooking, seasoning, grilling, chopping).
• Restock food line and monitor food levels on the line.
• Prepare quality food to Buona standards.
• Comply with health and safety standards for food and cleanliness.
• Be speedy and accurate in fulfilling orders.
• Wash cookware and clean equipment as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Fast-paced work

Food Handler Certificate

Cleanliness and safety

Stamina

Lifting 25 lbs

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