Kitchen Staff

Citybbq; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team at an established BBQ restaurant where your passion for food and hospitality can shine. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in both front and back-of-house positions, serving delicious smoked meats and crafted sides. With a strong emphasis on teamwork and growth, you'll enjoy a supportive environment that values your contributions. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, there's a place for you to thrive. Enjoy flexible scheduling, competitive pay, and a variety of benefits that ensure your well-being and success. Become part of a family that celebrates great food and great people!

Benefits

Free BBQ (up to $2,400/year)

25% discount when off the clock

Free uniforms and slip-resistant shoes

Vacation pay

Holiday pay (time and a half for four holidays)

401(k) match up to 4%

Annual scholarship opportunity (up to $3,000/year)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid basic life insurance

Access to counseling and community resources

Qualifications

• Ability to provide excellent customer service and hospitality.
• Experience in food preparation and following recipes accurately.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve food while maintaining high standards of sanitation.
• Work collaboratively with teammates to complete tasks efficiently.

Skills

Customer Service

Time Management

Food Preparation

Team Collaboration

Sanitation Practices

Job description

Hourly Rates Range from $13-$20 per hour!

Great BBQ helps us grow, serving and creating happiness is the goal. Whether you're looking for a fun, fulfilling job, or a career that takes you places, there's a way for you to thrive at City Barbeque. Whether you prefer a front- or back-of-house experience, there's a place for you on the team. City Barbeque teammates carve smoked-on-site meats, craft sides from scratch, and cultivate an atmosphere of genuine backyard hospitality in every joint, every day. No matter the role, the opportunities for growth are unmatched.

Front of House:

• Cashier - walk in/drive-thru
• Counter Server - expo, curbside, and guest services

Back of House:

• Pits - prepare and smoke meats
• Boards - line cook, meat cutter
• Prep - prepare sides and desserts from scratch
• Dishwasher - dishwasher, utility

JOINT TEAMMATE PAY & BENEFITS

• Reviews (with opportunities for raises) twice a year
• Bi-weekly pay or Daily pay options*
• Up to $2,400/year in free BBQ
• 25% discount when off the clock
• Free uniforms and slip-resistant shoes
• Vacation pay*
• Holiday pay (four holidays paid - time and a half)
• 401(k) match up to 4% of salary*
• Annual scholarship opportunity (up to $3,000/year)
• Flexible scheduling
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (after 60 days)*
• Paid basic life insurance*
• Voluntary life insurance*
• Short-term disability*
• Bereavement pay
• A variety of healthcare benefits and programs, including accident and hospital insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and more*
• Purchasing Power Credit alternative
• Access to City Cares, our teammate assistance fund, for qualifying instances of hardship or disaster
• Access to counseling and community resources via our Employee Assistance Plan

*for eligible teammates

QUALITY FOOD - MADE BY - QUALITY PEOPLE

Everyone likes to say it, but we really mean it: we're like one big family. After a taste of our incredible culture (not to mention the city's best barbeque), folks can't wait to join the team. City Barbeque teammates love to serve, have fun at work, and are eager to grow. We take care of our people with advancement opportunities, great pay and benefits, a dedication to work/life balance, and-of course-the best free food. Enjoy it all when you join the City Barbeque family.

We are looking for individuals who:

• Provide great backyard hospitality for guests
• Work in a fast and independent manner
• Can cross-train and work multiple stations
• Consistently follow proper recipes and procedures
• Maintain our high standards for food preparation and sanitation
• Contribute to the team by taking initiative and will pitch-in to help others

To promote good teamwork, daily tasks include:

• Arrive on time for each shift and practice proper time reporting (punch in and out accurately)
• Complete hot food prep assignments by following recipes accurately, neatly, and according to sanitation guidelines
• Work in collaboration to prepare take out and catering orders in a timely fashion
• Follow station checklists and cleaning lists consistently and thoroughly
• Provide a positive attitude when interacting with teammates and guests

City Barbeque participates in E-Verify. To learn more, please visit: E-Verify Participation Poster.