Cook

Red Lobster • Bolingbrook, IL

264d • $15 - $25

About The Position

As a Cook at Red Lobster, you will play a vital role in our kitchen team, ensuring that our guests receive the highest quality meals. Your responsibilities will include setting up and stocking prep and line stations, cleaning and organizing the kitchen area, checking the quality and freshness of ingredients, and cooking food according to recipes and specifications. You will also be responsible for maintaining safe and sanitary food-handling practices and assisting other kitchen staff during peak business periods. This position offers opportunities for training and career advancement within our family of over 500 restaurants.

Requirements

• Must meet the minimum age requirement and authorized to work in the country you are applying
• Culinary experience preferred
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop and lift up to 60 pounds safely
• Ability to move about the restaurant and remain standing for an 8 - 12 hour shift
• Team player with attention to detail and ability to multi-task

Responsibilities

• Setting up and stocking prep and line stations
• Cleaning, sanitizing, and organizing the kitchen area, equipment, and utensils
• Checking the quality and freshness of ingredients
• Prepping, seasoning, and cooking food according to recipes, quantity calls, and specification while maintaining portion control systems
• Inspecting food preparation and serving areas, tools, and equipment to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food-handling practices
• Substituting for or assisting other cooks and kitchen positions during peak business periods

Benefits

• Weekly pay and competitive wages
• Flexible scheduling
• Options for medical, dental and vision starting at less than $10/week
• Life insurance, short-term disability and voluntary benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with a company match after 1 year of service
• Anniversary pay (must meet eligibility requirements)
• Discounted shift meals and a 25% discount when dining as a guest
• Opportunities for training and career advancement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Food Services and Drinking Places
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees