Culinary Specialist

2 hours ago


Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Quest Food Management Services Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Cook I to join our team at Quest Food Management Services. As a key member of our culinary team, you will be responsible for preparing and presenting menu items to our customers in a fast-paced cafeteria environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Prepare and present menu items to Quest standards
  • Follow preparation lists for items needed for menu execution and assist with day-to-day kitchen operations
  • Assist customers and maintain a consistent and professional line presence
  • Participate in cold prep, salad, and grab & go production with recipes
  • Follow all HACCP and food safety guidelines
  • Receive and put away all kitchen deliveries
Benefits

As a Part or Full Time Hourly Quest Team Member, you can expect:

  • Career growth and paid training
  • Work-life balance, no nights, no weekends, summers off
  • Free meals daily
  • Annual Shoes for Crews $40.00 Credit
  • (8) Paid holidays
  • 2 raises/year (based off performance reviews)
  • $1k-500 Referral Bonus, no limit
  • Paid unused Sick Time
  • Public Transportation/Parking Benefit Pre-Tax Plan
  • Illinois Paid Leave Work Act (up to 40 hours/year for FT, avg hours/week per year for PT)
  • 401k with Matching
Full Time Only Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, and Additional Voluntary Benefits

School Schedule

Monday-Friday 6am-2:30pm


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