COOK (FULL TIME)

Flik Hospitality Group; Lake Forest (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meals

Uniforms and laundering service

Job summary

Flik Hospitality Group is hiring immediate full-time Cook positions at 100 Grainger Parkway in Lake Forest, IL. The role requires 2–3 years of cooking experience and offers a $19.00 per hour pay rate with a Monday–Friday schedule; hours may vary. Free meals and uniforms/laudering service are available at select locations.

Associates benefit from training and a supportive team, with ongoing opportunities for growth within a hospitality-focused food service environment.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of cooking experience required.
• Full-time schedule; Monday through Friday; hours may vary.
• Must work at Grainger, Lake Forest, IL location.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to recipes to meet production and service schedules.
• Ensure proper portioning, correct temperatures, and appealing presentation of dishes.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety following HACCP standards.
• Assist with ordering, receiving and inventory as required.
• Attend trainings and safety meetings; report maintenance or accidents to supervisor immediately.

Skills

Cooking

Job description

• We are hiring immediately for full time COOK positions.
• Location: Grainger - 100 Grainger Parkway, Lake Forest, IL 60045. Note: online applications accepted only.
• Schedule: Full time schedule. Monday through Friday; hours may vary. Further details upon interview.
• Requirement: Previous 2 to 3 years of cooking experience required.
• Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
• Fixed Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour.

Flik Hospitality Group

Free meals, uniforms and laundering service available at select locations.

What makes FLIK click?

Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our associates earn the trust and loyalty of our clients every day. We know how to pick them and we know how to grow them. It starts with hiring people who share our passion for food and hospitality. Once we find the right talent, we encourage, value and recognize their contributions.

We keep our people renewed, excited and engaged by providing hands-on training and educating them about the latest trends. We give them a stake in successfully raising the bar. Our people love what they do and they love sharing their passion. Join our team and see the FLIK difference. Where a job isn’t merely a job but the start of a career where you can flourish.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today!

Job Summary

Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state and corporate standards, guidelines and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty. Tastes all prepared food items.
• Uses established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat. Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required.
• Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Attends in-service and safety meetings.
• Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
• The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
• The use of oven mitts, fryer gloves or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers or steamtables.
• The use of slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Associates At FLIK Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability Insurance, Commuter Benefits, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, and requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Flik maintains a drug-free workplace.