Production

0527 Elk Grove Village FA; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Steak n Shake is seeking a Fountain Operator to prepare fountain products to order within 5–8 minutes according to Steak n Shake specifications. The role includes monitoring temperatures, restocking and sanitizing the fountain area while upholding security, safety, and uniform standards.

The ideal candidate will be a reliable team player with basic reading and math skills, able to handle routine requests, stay organized, and maintain fountain item knowledge.

Qualifications

• Basic reading and math required.
• Works well with others and is a team player.
• Maintains composure under stress.
• Ability to plan and organize work.
• Remembers verbal requests from supervisors.
• Knows fountain item types and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all fountain products to order within 5–8 minutes per Steak n Shake specs.
• Monitor equipment temperatures to ensure quality and safety.
• Restock, clean and sanitize the fountain area while maintaining security and company standards.
• Perform other tasks as assigned.

Skills

Basic reading and math

Team player

Composure under stress

Plans and organizes

Retains verbal requests

Fountain item knowledge

Job description

General Purpose:

The fountain operator is expected to perform a variety of duties in the preparation of associated fountain products.

Essential (primary) Functions:

The primary responsibility of the fountain operator is to prepare all fountain products to order within 5-8 minutes in accordance with Steak n Shake specs utilizing the multi-mixer, CRT, ice cream spade, and correct dippers. Monitoring equipment temperatures. Restocking, cleaning/sanitizing the fountain area while maintaining security, safety, uniform and company standards at all times.

Secondary Functions:

Any and all other tasks assigned

Essential Physical Requirements:

• Good Vision, general and close
• Good hearing
• Manual Dexterity
• Standing, bending, stretching and walking throughout shift
• Push and pull heavy objects
• Lift and carry 30 pounds
• Maintain good personal hygiene/uniform

Essential social & Mental Requirements:

• Basic reading and math skills
• Works well with others/team player
• Maintains composure while under stress
• Plans and organizes
• Retains verbal requests
• Retains fountain item knowledge

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