Cook I

Quest Food Management Services; Highland Park (IL); On-site; USD 15,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Work-life balance

Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews

Company Paid Holidays

401k with Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Discount on Event Spaces and Catering

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits for Full-Time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services in Highland Park, Illinois is seeking a Cook I to prepare and present menu items during cafeteria service. This role involves following preparation lists, assisting with daily kitchen operations, and ensuring food safety standards are met.

As a part-time or full-time hourly team member, you will enjoy benefits like career growth opportunities, a 401k with matching, and employee referral bonuses. The role emphasizes teamwork and a commitment to maintaining high food standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow HACCP and food safety guidelines.
• Experience in kitchen operations and food preparation.
• Good communication skills for customer interactions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items during service.
• Assist in day-to-day operations of the kitchen.
• Serve food on the hot line and maintain cleanliness.

Job description

Position Summary

Prepares and presents menu items during service in the cafeteria to meet Quest standards. Follows preparation list for items needed for execution of menus and assists in the day-to-day operations of the kitchen. Duties may include bulk preparation, catering prep, product receiving and cleaning. Assist customers and maintain lines 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
• Annual Shoe Credit through Shoes for Crews
• Company Paid Holidays
• 2 Raises per School Year (based on Company and Individual performance)
• $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

Quest Food Management Services is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.