Kitchen

Lou-Malnati; Elgin (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal during every shift

Employee discount on Lou Malnati's

Opportunities for advancement and/or 1

Paid training

Job summary

Lou Malnati's Pizzeria in Elgin, IL is hiring for a kitchen position. You will prepare and portion ingredients, make dough, assist with kitchen production, and keep the area clean while maintaining safety standards.

We value a positive attitude, reliability, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment. Prior kitchen experience is a plus, but not required; earning potential includes meals, discounts, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and a willingness to join a fast-paced kitchen.
• Strong communication and teamwork within a busy restaurant.
• Reliable and able to manage time during shifts.
• Passion for hospitality and serving guests.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion fresh ingredients.
• Make, cut, and handle pizza dough.
• Assist with food preparation and kitchen production.
• Stock, organize, and maintain kitchen inventory.
• Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas.
• Support teammates to keep operations running smoothly.
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards.

Skills

Positive attitude

Team collaboration

Communication

Time management

Willingness to learn

Job description

• Starting pay from $15.00/hour and up, based on experience
• Free meal during every shift
• Employee discount on Lou Malnati's food
• Opportunities for advancement and career growth
• Supportive team environment where hard work is recognized
• Paid training

What To Expect

• Prepare and portion fresh ingredients
• Make, cut, and handle pizza dough
• Assist with food preparation and kitchen production
• Stock, organize, and maintain kitchen inventory
• Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, and kitchen areas
• Support teammates wherever needed to keep operations running smoothly
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards

What We're Looking For

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced team environment
• Dependable and willing to learn
• Strong communication and time management skills
• Passion for great food and hospitality
• Previous restaurant kitchen experience is a plus, but not required

Physical Requirements

• Comfortable working in a warm kitchen environment
• Ability to safely operate kitchen equipment after training
• Ability to stand and walk for most of the shift
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Ability to perform physical activities such as reaching, bending, kneeling, and moving throughout the facility

Compensation

• Starting Pay: $15.00/hour and up, based on experience

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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