Cook I - Full Time

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

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Cook I to join their culinary team. This full-time position involves preparing high-quality food items while ensuring cleanliness and safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food, a commitment to excellence, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment. With a flexible schedule and a supportive team, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow in the culinary field while contributing to memorable guest experiences.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

401(K) with Employer Match

Holiday Pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Benefits

Employee Meals

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing high-quality food items using standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in the work environment.

Skills

Food Preparation

Knife Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Job Summary

The Cook I is responsible for assisting workers engaged in preparing foods for guest dining by performing a variety of duties. This position ensures food quality, appearance, and presentation standards are met, while maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and minimizing waste to optimize cost and production efficiency.

This is an on-site position with a flexible schedule that may include days, afternoons, evenings, and weekends.

Starting rate: $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 previous experience preferred. Food Handler certification or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and follow standardized recipes.

Physical Requirements

• Flexible and long hours may be required.
• Medium work involving exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally and 20 pounds frequently.
• Ability to stand for entire shift.
• Ability to withstand temperature variations, hot and cold.

Fundamental Responsibilities

• Attentive, friendly, helpful, and courteous to guests and colleagues at all times.
• Basic knowledge of batch and banquet production.
• Basic knife skills for fruits and vegetables.
• Transport and plate banquet food.
• Perform hot and cold food prep using standardized techniques, assisting Cook II and Supervisors.
• Work at different action stations as needed.
• Complete food temperature logs and collect samples.
• Prepare high-quality food items following standardized recipes to meet schedules.
• Understand basic cooking techniques.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work environment following health laws.

About Q Center

Q Center offers over 40 years of experience in meeting planning and event production. As the largest full-service conference facility in the Midwest, it features 150,000+ sq ft of IACC-certified spaces, hosting a variety of events from corporate meetings to social gatherings. The center provides recreational activities, gourmet cuisine, and a vibrant environment for guests.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics. EEO is the Law