Cook I

Quest Food Management Services; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the restaurant industry seeks a 'Cook I' in Gurnee to prepare and present menu items to high standards during cafeteria service. This entry-level role offers a supportive work environment, comprehensive benefits including free meals, and a focus on work-life balance with no nights or weekends. Ideal candidates are passionate about customer service and food safety, and will contribute to a successful kitchen operation.

Benefits

Free meals daily

Career growth opportunities

401k with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Company Paid Holidays

Annual Shoe Credit

1,000 to 500 Employee Referral Bonus

Pay Out Unused Sick Time

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

Discount on Event Spaces and Catering

Qualifications

• Entry level position with emphasis on food preparation and safety.
• Ability to follow recipes and kitchen guidelines.
• Strong customer service skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items during service.
• Assist with bulk preparation and catering prep.
• Follow HACCP and food safety guidelines.

Skills

Food Safety

Cooking

Customer Service

Job description

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Position Summary

Prepares and presents menu items during service of the cafeteria to Quest standards. Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of menus and assist in the day to day operations of the kitchen. Duties may include bulk preparation, catering prep, product receiving and cleaning. Assists customers and maintains line in a consistent and professional manner. Cook I will assist in cold prep, salad and grab & go production with recipes. Expected to serve food on the hot line. Follow all HACCP and food safety guidelines. Receives and puts away all kitchen deliveries.

Cook I Benefits - As a Part or Full Time Hourly Quest Team Member, you can expect:

Career growth with potential for future promotional pathways

Work-life balance, no nights, no weekends, no holidays and summers off!

Free meals daily

Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews

• Company Paid Holidays
  
  

2 Raises per School Year (based off performance reviews)

$1,000.00 to $500.00 Employee Referral Bonus (no limit to number of employee referrals)

Pay Out Unused Sick Time (at the end of every school year)

Pre-Tax Commuter Benefit

401k with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Wisely Pay Card - Get paid up to 2 days ahead of time

Discount on Event Spaces and Catering

Full Time Only Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Benefits

Monday-Friday 7:30am-2:00pm, no nights, no weekends!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Restaurants

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