Houlihan's Cook (BOH)

I Hotel and Illinois Conference Center; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Referral program

Paid training

Job summary

Experience Champaign Urbana is seeking Kitchen Staff for Houlihan’s in Champaign, IL. This role involves preparing and presenting menu items with a strong focus on quality and teamwork in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

The ideal candidates should work efficiently, maintain cleanliness, and communicate effectively with team members. Opportunities for advancement and a flexible schedule are among the benefits offered to the staff.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen.
• Prior kitchen or food handling experience preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to company standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times.
• Follow all food safety, handling, and hygiene procedures.
• Support team operations during high-volume periods.
• Complete opening, closing, and shift-based tasks as required.
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth service.
• Support team operations during high-volume periods.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Reliability

Availability

Job description

Kitchen Staff

Houlihan’s – Champaign, IL

This role is about more than cooking food. It’s about executing consistently in a fast-paced kitchen while maintaining quality, cleanliness, and teamwork.

We’re looking for kitchen staff who can work efficiently, follow standards, and support a high-functioning back-of-house operation.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare, cook, and present menu items according to company standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen at all times
• Follow all food safety, handling, and hygiene procedures
• Work safely with kitchen equipment and report maintenance or safety issues
• Complete opening, closing, and shift-based tasks as required
• Communicate effectively with team members to ensure smooth service
• Support team operations during high-volume periods

What You Bring

• Positive attitude and ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Reliability, accountability, and strong work ethic
• Good communication and willingness to take direction
• Availability for evenings, weekends, and peak shifts
• Prior kitchen or food handling experience preferred, but not required

What You Get

• Competitive hourly pay
• Opportunities for advancement and skill development
• High-energy, team-driven work environment

Additional Information

• Pay will be discussed during the hiring process and is based on experience and qualifications
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform physical job duties
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided as required by law

Houlihan’s is an equal opportunity employer.

Work schedule

• Weekend availability
• Monday to Friday
• Day shift
• Night shift

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Referral program
• Paid training