Cook / Kitchen - $15.25/hr.

Portillo's; Deerfield (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join Portillo’s as a Cook/Kitchen Team Member where you will prepare menu classics and contribute to a fun environment. Enjoy flexible schedules, free meals, and opportunities for career growth. Full-time employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free shift meals

Opportunities for career growth

Educational benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Daily Pay access

Monthly Team Member appreciation events

Health insurance options

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Responsibilities

• Prepare all menu classics to order, including Italian Beef, Burgers, Hot Dogs.
• Contribute to a fun and energetic environment, keeping your station clean.
• Work collaboratively with team members to serve guests efficiently.

Job description

Portillo’s Cook / Kitchen Team Member

At Portillo’s, we aim to create lifelong memories for our guests and Team Members by providing a safe and welcoming workplace that embodies our Values of Family, Greatness, Energy, and Fun.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare all menu classics to order, including Italian Beef, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fries, and more.
• Prepare fresh vegetables, sauces, and other ingredients following recipes, maintaining quality and sanitation standards.
• Contribute to a fun and energetic environment, keeping your station clean and organized.
• Work collaboratively with team members to serve guests efficiently.
• Operate with a sense of urgency to manage long lines effectively.
• Monitor food levels and maintain proper portion control throughout your shift.

What’s in it for you?

The pay rate for this role is $15.25 per hour, with additional incentives:

• $2/hour extra after 11 pm, $2/hour during inclement weather, and $3/hour on holidays*
• Flexible schedules
• Free shift meals
• Opportunities for career growth
• Educational benefits
• Perks and discounts on various products and services
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Daily Pay access
• Monthly Team Member appreciation events

Full-time employees (30+ hours/week) are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance options, including PPO plans, dental, and vision
• Flexible time off
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (“Beef Stock”)*
• Voluntary benefits like pet insurance and critical illness coverage

*Holidays include Easter, Memorial Day, July 4, Christmas Eve, and New Year’s Day.

**Eligibility for “Beef Stock” requires 1 year of employment with an average of 20+ hours over 6 months.

Portillo’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We comply with federal employment laws and provide all applicants with the necessary rights information, including the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.