Cook I

Q Center; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Cook I to join their vibrant team. In this role, you'll assist in food preparation, ensuring that every dish meets high standards of quality and presentation. You'll work in a dynamic environment with a varying schedule, helping to create memorable dining experiences for guests. With opportunities for growth and a focus on team collaboration, this position is perfect for those passionate about culinary arts and customer service. Join a team that values your contributions and offers a range of benefits to support your well-being.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(K) with Employer Match

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Basic Life and AD&D Insurance

Disability Benefits

Employee Meals

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant culinary experience preferred.
• Food Handler certification or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation while ensuring quality and presentation standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Knife Skills

Customer Service

Sanitation Practices

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary

The Cook I is responsible for assisting in food preparation for guest dining by performing various duties. This position ensures food quality, appearance, and presentation standards are met while maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and minimizing waste to maximize cost efficiency.

This on-site position has a varying schedule, including days, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. Typical shifts are from 5:00am to 1:30pm or 12:00pm to 8:30pm.

Starting pay is $20.00/hour.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• 401(K) with employer match
• Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with Wellness Credits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life, AD&D
• Disability Benefits
• Employee Meals

Education & Experience

• High School diploma or GED preferred; experience in a hotel culinary role is a plus.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred; Food Handler certification or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes.

Physical Requirements

• Flexible and long hours sometimes required.
• Medium work - exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 20 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand throughout the shift.
• Ability to withstand hot and cold temperature variations.

Fundamental Requirements

• Attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to guests and colleagues.
• Basic knowledge of batch and banquet production.
• Basic knife skills for fruits and vegetables.
• Assist with transportation and plating of banquet food.
• Perform hot and cold food prep using standardized techniques, assisting Cook II and Supervisors.
• Work at different action stations.
• Complete food temperature logs and collect samples.
• Prepare high-quality food following standardized recipes to meet schedules.
• Understand basic cooking techniques.
• Maintain cleanliness of work areas, utensils, equipment, and refrigeration in compliance with health laws.

Q Center offers a vibrant environment with diverse event spaces, recreational activities, and gourmet cuisine, making every guest experience memorable. We are committed to equal employment opportunity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.