Kitchen Worker - Steakhouse

Wind Creek Hospitality; East Hazel Crest (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

401(k) plan with company match

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Discretionary quarterly bonus

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality in Illinois seeks a Kitchen Worker to maintain dishroom cleanliness, sanitize utensils, and uphold sanitation standards throughout the kitchen and dining areas. This role requires flexibility for nights, weekends, and holidays; you will be expected to adhere to hygiene policies and assist with inventory needs.

Base pay is $15.00–$20.63 per hour with a full benefits package for eligible full-time staff. Prior experience in a fast-paced environment is advantageous.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Willingness and ability to bend, squat and lift up to 50 lbs on a regular and frequent basis.
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all aspects of this position.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to strict hygiene standards at all times.
• Cleans and maintains the dish room and kitchen areas.
• Friendly and courteous at all times.
• Has and maintains a stable, positive background and is willing to assume responsibility for additional tasking.
• Informs kitchen leadership of inventory/supply needs.
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment to clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, and other kitchen items.
• Dispose of kitchen garbage in accordance with casino policies.
• Follow proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Wash, rinse, hand sanitize kitchen equipment and surfaces, including countertops, sinks, stoves and floors.
• Ensures the physical condition of the premises is maintained in a safe, healthy manner by performing cleaning tasks as assigned.
• Ensures that all applicable operating policies and procedures are adhered to at all times without deviation.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Dishwashing

Hygiene standards

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Commercial dishwashing equipment

Job description

Job Overview

The Kitchen Worker is responsible for cleaning the plateware, glassware, cooking equipment and utensils involved with the food production and operation of the restaurant program. The Kitchen worker is responsible for maintaining standards of sanitation and cleanliness throughout the kitchen and dining areas.

Purpose

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Possesses the ability to adhere to strict hygiene standards at all times
• Cleans and maintains the dish room and kitchen areas
• Friendly and courteous at all times
• Has and maintains a stable, positive background and is willing to assume responsibility for additional tasking
• Informs kitchen leadership of inventory/supply needs
• Operate commercial dishwashing equipment to clean and sanitize dishes, glassware, flatware, pots, pans, and other kitchen items.
• Dispose of kitchen garbage in accordance with casino policies
• Follow proper handling and storage of cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Wash, rinse, hand sanitize kitchen equipment and surfaces, including countertops, sinks, stoves and floors
• Ensures the physical condition of the premises is maintained in a safe, healthy manner by performing cleaning tasks as assigned
• Ensures that all applicable operating policies and procedures are adhered to at all times without deviation
• Ensures that all applicable operating policies and procedures are adhered to at all times without deviation and be extremely knowledgeable of Minimum Internal Control Standards and Fiscal Policies and Procedures
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements

(please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within six (6) months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Willingness and ability to bend, squat and lift up to 50 lbs on a regular and frequent basis
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all aspects of this position
• Must possess a high level of maturity, dependability, and punctuality
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Willing to work odd and irregular hours including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

Base Pay

• Compensation: $15.00–$20.63 per hour, with starting pay based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Benefits: Eligible full-time employees may choose from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, shift differential pay, and discretionary quarterly bonus opportunities.