Lead Cook — Fast-Paced Kitchen & Guest Focus

Bandana's BBQ; Fairview Heights (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bandana's BBQ in Fairview Heights, IL is seeking team-oriented individuals to join our restaurant crew. The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to food-handling standards, and reliable, on-time performance in a fast-paced kitchen and dining area.

Applicants should be comfortable reading basic English, following health department regulations, and working in a mildly smoky environment. The position offers stability and opportunity within a family-owned restaurant.

Qualifications

• Has the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment maintaining good working relationships with all employees.
• Possesses strong leadership skills and the ability to maintain the willing cooperation of other peers.
• Ability to read Basic English and communicate with management and other back-of-house employees.
• Follows company policies and procedures in handling, preparation, and serving of food items.
• Handles knives appropriately with a high degree of safety awareness.
• Ability to wear food-handling gloves and cutting glove
• Ability to make independent decisions about food quality and food standards.
• Maintains a high level of personal hygiene and follows health department regulations set for back-of-house employees.
• Follows Health Department food handling regulations and other requirements.
• Wears proper uniform.
• Ability to stand in one place for long periods of time.
• Ability to work in a slightly smoky environment
• Ability to lift up to 70 pounds without assistance onto a utility cart.
• Ability to communicate with front-of-house staff
• Ability to be on time for scheduled shift

Responsibilities

• Work well in a fast-paced environment while maintaining positive relationships with teammates and management.
• Demonstrate strong leadership and foster cooperation among staff.
• Read basic English and communicate effectively with managers and back-of-house personnel.
• Follow company policies for food handling, preparation, and service.
• Handle knives safely and wear gloves as required.
• Stand for extended periods and work in a slightly smoky environment.
• Be punctual for scheduled shifts and maintain cleanliness and uniform standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

English proficiency

Job description

Bandana's BBQ in Fairview Heights, IL is seeking team-oriented individuals to join our restaurant crew. The role emphasizes leadership, adherence to food-handling standards, and reliable, on-time performance in a fast-paced kitchen and dining area.

Applicants should be comfortable reading basic English, following health department regulations, and working in a mildly smoky environment. The position offers stability and opportunity within a family-owned restaurant.