Night Maintenance

Cracker Barrel; Gurnee (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 23,074; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance eligibility

Vacation time

401k plan with matching contributions

35% discount on Cracker Barrel food and retail items

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Job summary

Cracker Barrel is seeking a Night Maintenance team member in Gurnee, Illinois. This role focuses on maintaining a clean and organized space for the next day, ensuring the kitchen and dining areas are spotless and inviting.

No prior restaurant experience is necessary as training is provided, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking a supportive work environment. Enjoy competitive pay, health insurance eligibility from day one, and numerous benefits to help you thrive.

Qualifications

• No previous restaurant experience is necessary; training will be provided.
• Enjoys working behind the scenes to maintain a clean space.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for the next day by cleaning and organizing.
• Follow safety and cleanliness standards.
• Work efficiently during overnight shifts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Focus on cleanliness and safety

Ability to work overnight shift

Job description

They say you are the company you keep - and at Cracker Barrel, we take that seriously. Whether you’re greeting guests, rolling out biscuits, or keeping things humming behind the scenes, you make the moments that matter, both big and small. Here, the work means more because we take pride in doing it together. So, join our team and find your place, because here…we’re all in good company.

What You’ll Do – You’ll Make The Moment

When the lights go down and the doors close, you’ll make sure everything’s ready to shine tomorrow. As a Night Maintenance team member, you’ll work third shift where you will lay the groundwork for another great day at Cracker Barrel. From the kitchen to the front porch, you focus on the details – clean floors, spotless equipment, and a store that is as fresh as the first day it opened.

• Believes a clean, well‑kept space is a foundation of great hospitality
• Takes pride in working behind the scenes to keep things running smoothly
• Follows safety and cleanliness standards
• Enjoys quiet, focused work and thrives on an overnight shift

No restaurant experience? No worries. We’ll teach you everything you need to know.

Focus on You

• Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive pay every week | Same day pay access
• Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Health insurance eligibility on day 1 – Full and Part-time employees | Vacation time | Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Grow and Thrive Your Way: Growth and development opportunities begin Day 1 with our industry-leading PAR training program | 401k plan with company matching contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program
• Culture of Belonging: Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together
• More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!

Pay Range: $15.00 - $16.75

A Little About Us

Since 1969, Cracker Barrel has been a place to gather around delicious food, abundant servings, unexpected finds, and a warm welcome. Over time, it's become even more – somewhere folks can reconnect and feel at home. With more than 70,000 team members nationwide, we take pride in our roots – always serving up more than a meal.

See for yourself. Apply now.

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.