Join our Crew as a Cook!
At Guzman y Gomez, our Cooks are at the heart of the restaurant operations. You will be preparing fresh and delicious food, problem solving and weighing-in with expertise on vibrant Mexican flavors. Day to day you will:
- Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with the GYG Recipe Guide and procedures
- Operate kitchen equipment including grill, stove, fryer, oven, rice cookers and dicer
- Ensure 100% food quality and safety at all times
- Complete daily checklists to facilitate correct and prompt opening, shift change and closing of the kitchen
- Complete all other checklists/reports (such as cleaning, wastage sheet) as required
- Manage line food levels - we need to ensure that all menu items are available to customers at all times!
- Check delivery quantities, weights, case counts, prices and volumes, and report any discrepancies to the Head Cook or restaurant management
What are the perks and benefits of working at Guzman y Gomez?
- A pay range from $17 to $19 per hour for Cook positions (based on your experience level)
- Free meal on shift and 50% off when you're not on shift
- Crew referral program - if you successfully refer a friend or family member for a job at GYG, we'll pay you $200! You'll get an awesome limited edition sweater too.
- Comfortable uniforms - feel comfortable at work in your exclusive GYG t-shirts, hoodies and caps
- Flexible schedules to fit around your life and other priorities
- Pumping music all day and overall good vibes!
- Managers who genuinely care about their Crew and values we stand by - GYG has your back!
- Ongoing training and huge career growth opportunities
- We're opening a new restaurant around Chicagoland approximately every 4 months! As we open new restaurants, even more opportunities are created for promotions.
What skills & experience do I need to apply?
- Prior experience as a Cook, Chef or Kitchenhand
- The ability to follow strict recipe guides, processes and procedures
- A strong knowledge of food safety procedures
