Cook / Kitchen - $16/hr.

Portillo's; Roseville (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic kitchen team members who are passionate about food and service. This role offers the opportunity to prepare beloved classics while working in a fun and energetic environment. With flexible schedules and competitive pay, including daily pay access and bonuses for closing shifts, you'll find a supportive workplace that values teamwork and personal growth. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, and a culture that celebrates your contributions. If you thrive in a fast-paced kitchen and love to serve others, this position is perfect for you!

Benefits

Flexible schedules

Daily Pay access

$2/hr premium for closing shifts

Time-Off Program

Comprehensive Benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Free shift meals

Educational benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Team Member referral bonus

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and maintaining sanitation standards.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare classic dishes like Italian Beef, Burgers, and Hot Dogs.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen station.
• Work efficiently to manage food levels and portion control.

Skills

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Sanitation Practices

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

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:

1. 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.
2. Prepare fresh vegetables, sauces and so much more by following provided recipes and upholding our commitments to quality and sanitation.
3. You are part of the show, have some fun and keep your stage, I mean station spotless.
4. Work as a team player to help and serve others (team member and guests).
5. Able to work with a sense of urgency to make our long lines look like a piece of cake, chocolate of course.
6. 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?

• Flexible schedules
• Competitive pay – Daily Pay: Access your pay when you need it
• We pay a $2/hr. premium to our closing team members for all hours they work after 11pm!
• Time-Off Program
• Comprehensive Benefits for full-time *See below
• Career advancement opportunities – We’re growing!
• $3/hr. increase on 5 holidays**
• Free shift meals
• Educational benefits (skill and professional development, university partnerships)
• Perks and discounts: access to hundreds of discounts from movie tickets to gym memberships and more
• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) access to counseling and support resources
• Monthly “Franks a Lot” Team Member appreciation
• Team Member referral bonus + quarterly gift
• Anniversary awards

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

*Working Full-time (30 hours or more per week)? You will receive all the above and more…Here’s what you’ll be eligible for:

• The choice of 3 Medical Plans, including a PPO, HDHP with Portillo’s HSA contribution
• Dental and Vision Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts (healthcare, dependent care and commuter)
• 401(k) with company match
• Voluntary Benefits: pet insurance, critical illness, accident insurance, hospital indemnity, identity theft insurance
• Beef Stock – our Employee Stock Purchase Plan*

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

Military Veterans are encouraged to apply.