32 Culinary jobs in Tinley Park

Culinary Lead

60330 River Forest, Illinois CAVA

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Culinary Lead (Hourly Kitchen Manager)
At CAVA, we make it deliciously simple to eat well and feel good every day. We are guided by a Mediterranean heritage that's been perfecting how to eat and live for four thousand years. We prioritize authenticity, curiosity and the pursuit of excellence in everything we do. We are working towards something big, together.

We foster a culture built on five core values:

  • Generosity First, Always: We lead with kindness. Our best work happens when we act in service of others.
  • Constant Curiosity: We are eager to learn, grow, and explore beyond the obvious.
  • Act with Agility: We welcome change; it's the only constant. We embrace, adjust, adapt.
  • Passion for Positivity: We greet each day with warmth and possibility.
  • Collective Ambition: We have high aspirations that are achieved when we work together with a shared purpose.
The Role:
Are you hardworking, attentive to detail, and capable of leading and coaching a team? If you answered yes, then we've got the job for you! Our Culinary Leads are key to our business in all they do. From leading and inspiring teams, to ensuring we are adhering to food quality and safety standards, all the way through delivering mouthwatering meals, as our Culinary Lead, you are the recipe to our success.

What You'll Do:
  • Lead and develop the grill and prep teams and Special Ops trainers
  • Be responsible for opening or closing the restaurant
  • Learn basic food and beverage management, including ordering and inventory organization
  • Develop new leadership skills to lead the team
  • Assist with any additional duties assigned
  • Proven track record of coaching and developing team members
  • Ability to cross train across the restaurant to ensure rapid growth
  • May stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds
  • Assist with any additional duties assigned
Physical Requirements:
  • Must be able to bend and reach overhead often
  • Must possess dexterity to handle tongs, pots/pans, and other equipment
  • Must be comfortable working in temperatures ranging from hot to cold
  • Must be comfortable working near open flames
  • May be required to work in tight spaces
  • Must maintain near constant communication with multiple people
  • Close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision is required
  • Must be able to sit, squat and kneel occasionally
  • Must be able to work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner
  • May be required to occasionally work in outdoor weather conditions
Benefits at CAVA?
We've got you covered. Here are just some of the benefits available to CAVA team members:
  • Competitive pay
  • Health, Dental, Vision, Telemedicine, Pet Insurance plus more!*
  • 401k enrollment with CAVA contribution*
  • Paid sick leave, parental leave, and community service leave*
  • FREE CAVA Meal for every shift worked
  • The opportunity to be on the ground floor of a rapidly growing brand

    *indicates eligible qualifying positions


As an equal opportunity employer, CAVA considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, height, weight, marital status, sexual orientation, familial status, genetic information or any other characteristic or protected classes as defined by federal, state, or local law.

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Culinary Specialist

60805 Evergreen Park, Illinois ARAMARK

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**Job Description**
The Food Service Worker will assist the manager with food/meal preparation; maintain cash receipts and meal records. Assist manager in completing daily reports. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices.
**COMPENSATION:** The hourly rate or salary range for this position is **$18.00** to **$18.00** . If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
**BENEFITS:** Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation ( . ?
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.
**Job Responsibilities**
+ Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu
+ Prepare a daily report that verifies transactions
+ Understand what is inclusive of a meal
+ Ensure storage of food in an accurate and sanitary manner
+ Serve food according to meal schedules, department policies and procedures
+ Use and care of kitchen equipment, especially knives
+ Timely preparation of a variety of food items, beverages, and
+ Add garnishments to ensure customer happiness and eye appeal
+ Coordinate and assist in major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment
+ Adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage
+ Adhere to the uniform policy
+ Connect with the Manager daily to understand and accurately prepare menu for the day
+ Supervise the food temperature requirements
+ Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area
+ Scrub and polish counters, clean and sanitize steam tables, and other equipment
+ Follow established procedures and standards for cleanliness, to ensure a balanced and safe environment; duties include sweeping, moping, ware washing
+ Maintain garbage collection site and kitchen floor areas in a neat and sanitary fashion
+ Perform other duties as assigned including other areas in the kitchen
+ This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
**Qualifications**
+ Food Service Certificate as needed
+ Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
+ Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure
**Education**
**About Aramark**
**Our Mission**
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
**About Aramark**
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .
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Culinary Specialist

60525 La Grange, Illinois ARAMARK

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**Compensation Data**
COMPENSATION: The hourly rate for this position is $18.00 to $18.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits &Compensation ( is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance to the extent that those laws apply to the opportunity.
**Job Description**
This position is open for evenings only.
The Food Service Worker will assist the manager with food/meal preparation; maintain cash receipts and meal records. Assist the manager in completing daily reports. Maintain high standards of quality in food production, sanitation, and kitchen safety practices.
**Job Responsibilities**
+ Prepare quality food and baked goods according to a planned menu
+ Prepare a daily report that verifies transactions
+ Understand what is inclusive of a meal
+ Ensure storage of food in an accurate and sanitary manner
+ Serve food according to meal schedules, department policies and procedures
+ Use and care of kitchen equipment, especially knives
+ Timely preparation of a variety of food items, beverages, and
+ Add garnishments to ensure customer happiness and eye appeal
+ Coordinate and assist in major cleaning of refrigerators, freezers, and cooking and serving equipment
+ Adhere to all food safety regulations for sanitation, food handling, and storage
+ Adhere to the uniform policy
+ Connect with the Manager daily to understand and accurately prepare menu for the day
+ Supervise the food temperature requirements
+ Maintain a clean and organized work and storage area
+ Scrub and polish counters, clean and sanitize steam tables, and other equipment
+ Follow established procedures and standards for cleanliness, to ensure a balanced and safe environment; duties include sweeping, moping, ware washing
+ Maintain garbage collection site and kitchen floor areas in a neat and sanitary fashion
+ Perform other duties as assigned including other areas in the kitchen
+ This role may have physical demands including, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pushing, pulling and/or extended walking and standing. This role may also require uniforms and/or usage of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
**Qualifications**
+ Food Service Certificate as needed
+ Sufficient education or training to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions
+ Be able to work quickly and concisely under pressure
**Education**
**About Aramark**
**Our Mission**
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
**About Aramark**
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .
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Student Employee, Culinary-5

60432 Joliet, Illinois Joliet Junior College

Posted 20 days ago

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Position Title:
Student Employee, Culinary-5

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE: Student Employee, Dining Room Server/Kitchen Helper

STATUS: Part time

DEPARTMENT: Culinary Arts

DIVISION: Student Development

REPORTS TO: Chef Michael McGreal, Department Chair Culinary Arts

CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt

HIRING RANGE: $15.00 per hour

(Position is FWS Eligible)

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Be available to help in Chef's Table Kiosk and/or kitchen preparing food.
2. Be available to help in department office and with lab assistants as needed.
3. Work with vocational training program special needs students (VSFS).
4. Clean kitchen labs daily.
5. Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be in the culinary arts program in good standing.

2. Must be recommended and approved by culinary arts instructor prior to applying. Exception: VSFS workers must be enrolled in education program, special needs education program and/or culinary arts program and must be approved by the VSFS Coordinator prior to applying.
3. Must carry a minimum of 6 credit hours at JJC during fall/spring semester.

4. GPA of 2.0 or above.
5. Must have good knife skills.
6 Must have a sanitation license.

7. Courteous, dependable, able to follow both oral and written instructions, and ability to work well with diverse population.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Be knowledgeable of kitchen surroundings.
2. People friendly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
•Normal culinary lab physical demands.
•Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
•Must be able to operate standard culinary lab equipment.
•Be able to stand for extended period of times. 4 hour minimum.
•Must maintain a high degree of personal hygiene, appearance, and cleanliness.

WORKING CONDITIONS
•Duties are performed indoors in the usual culinary lab/commercial kitchen environment.

This is a student employee position that works around your class schedule. May work up to 20 hours per week during the fall and spring semesters. During summer and holiday breaks (Winter/Spring), may work up to 28 hours per week with supervisor approval.

Full Time/Part Time:
Part time
Union (If Applicable):

Scheduled Hours:
20

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