Cook / Kitchen - $15.25/hr.

Portillo's; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at a forward-thinking company, where you can create lifelong memories for guests and fellow team members. As a Cook, you will prepare delicious classics like Italian Beef and Burgers while ensuring a clean and fun environment. This role offers flexible schedules, career advancement opportunities, and a variety of perks, including free meals and discounts. With a commitment to quality and teamwork, you will thrive in a supportive atmosphere that values your contributions. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to be part of a growing team!

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Free shift meals

Career advancement opportunities

Educational benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Daily Pay

Team Member appreciation events

Health insurance options

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare food following recipes and maintain quality.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classic dishes like Italian Beef and Burgers to order.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen station.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Sanitation practices

Sense of urgency

Job description

At Portillo’s we strive to create lifelong memories for both our guests and our Team Members, and that means providing a safe, welcoming workplace where we can live our Values of Family, Greatness, Energy and Fun.

Cook / Kitchen responsibilities include:

• Obsessed with our food? Learn how to make it! We’re looking for someone to prepare all the classics to order, including Italian Beef, Burgers, Hot Dogs, Fries and much more.
• Prepare fresh vegetables, sauces and so much more by following provided recipes and upholding our commitments to quality and sanitation.
• You are part of the show, have some fun and keep your stage, I mean station spotless.
• Work as a team player to help and serve others (team member and guests).
• Able to work with a sense of urgency to make our long lines look like a piece of cake, chocolate of course.
• Maintain proper portion control and monitor food levels throughout the shift – no worries, we will beef up your knowledge.

What’s in it for you?

Hot dog! The pay rate for this role is $15.25 per hour. This position is also served with:

• An additional $2/hour for all hours worked after 11 pm, $2/hour during inclement weather, and $3/hour to work on holidays*
• Flexible schedules
• Free shift meals
• Career advancement opportunities - we’re growing!
• Educational benefits
• Perks and discounts - access to hundreds of discounts from movie tickets to gym memberships and more
• Counseling and support resources through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it!
• Monthly “Franks a Lot” Team Member appreciation

Working full time (30 hours or more per week)? You’ll also be eligible for a bun-believable benefits package that includes:

• Your choice of health insurance from among three medical plans (including a PPO), two dental plans, and a vision plan
• A flexible time off program
• Our 401(k) with company match
• Paid life insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - healthcare and dependent care
• Beef Stock – our Employee Stock Purchase Plan**
• Voluntary Benefits like pet insurance, critical illness coverage, and identity theft insurance
• Learn more about our benefits here

*Easter, Memorial Day, July 4, Christmas Eve, New Year’s Day

**Must have worked at Portillo’s for 1 year with an average of at least 20 hours over a 6-month period