Kitchen Staff: Grill Cook, Prep Cook, Dishwasher, and Lobby Custodian

Cafe Zupas; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant and growing company that values teamwork and innovation in the kitchen! As a Kitchen Team Member, you will prepare fresh ingredients and cook delicious, house-made meals in a supportive environment. Enjoy a set schedule with no late nights or early mornings, and the opportunity for rapid career advancement with five raises in your first year! With a focus on real food and a positive culture, this role offers a unique chance to thrive in a modern kitchen setting. Be part of a team that believes in nurturing both its members and its guests, while enjoying competitive pay and great perks.

Benefits

Eligible for 5 Raises in 1st Year

Free house-made meal with every shift

50% off food while working

Daytime set schedule

Hands-on training

Fun culture of positivity

No Sundays

Modern kitchen environment

Qualifications

• Kitchen experience preferred but not required.
• Quick and detail-oriented in food preparation and cooking.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh produce and cook house-made soups daily.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Quick and detail-oriented

Adaptability

Teamwork

Growth mindset

Job description

Kitchen Staff – 5 Raises Your First Year & Set Schedule

• Eligible for 5 Raises in 1st Year
• Daytime Set Schedule - No Sundays, Early Mornings, or Late Nights
• Free house-made, high-quality meal with every shift worked
• 100’s of Leadership Positions Available to Grow Into

Sound too good to be true? Our Kitchen Team Members know exactly when and how to get their next promotion and raise. Every team member has a defined career path that they control. It's just one example of many that make Cafe Zupas the best place to work!

To learn more, visit: https://cafezupas.zenapply.com/apply#!/culture

At Café Zupas, we serve house-made and globally-inspired soups, salads, sandwiches, and desserts in our next generation kitchens. You’ll find real, whole food that is prepared daily on-site, and we believe our team is the key to what makes our concept so incredible.

With every decision we make, we ask if it’s right for our team members and our guests. It’s why we source the best ingredients, make everything in-house, and mentor team members each day. We believe it’s the only way to do business.

How We Nourish The Good Life:

• Growing brand [yes, that means growth for you too!]
• Real food, real ingredients
• Personalized schedules
• Prep & soup cook shifts daily between 8am-4pm
• Dish & lobby daytime and evening shifts available
• No grease, grills, fryers or microwaves
• Organized kitchens and efficient processes
• 50% off food while you’re working
• Sundays are for you [we’re closed]
• Hands-on and personal training
• Fun culture of positivity and gratitude
• Modern, energetic environment
• Set expectations – no guessing
• And of course, competitive pay!

Life as a Kitchen Team Member (soup cook, prep cook, dish, lobby):

• Prepare fresh produce for menu items
• Cook our house-made soups, spreads, and dressings daily
• Organize and maintain a clean lobby
• Manage our advanced dishwasher and cleansing station
• Be good to others. Be good to yourself!

Is it a fit? We’re looking for a team member that is:

• Available to work at least three to five shifts a week
• Kitchen experience preferred; not required
• Quick and detail-oriented when prepping and cooking
• Able to maintain a clean and organized kitchen
• Growth minded, driven, and precise
• A quick learner in a fast-paced environment
• Adaptable to new processes and systems

Become part of a collaborative group that values teamwork above all else. As a company, we continue to innovate, challenge the norm in the restaurant space and create a place where our team and guests feel energized.

We opened our first location back in 2004. Today we have over 55 kitchens across 8 states and are continuing to quickly join more communities each year. Become part of the adventure today!