Prep Cook

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Vernon Hills, Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States of America

Posted Thursday, July 24, 2025 at 4:00 AM

Certified Great Place to Work 8 Years in a row!

Prep Cook:
At this location prep cooks earn $19 / hour.

If you thrive on flawless food handling, prepare from scratch at the highest level, and prepare food per the exact recipe specifications in a high-energy environment, then this is the job for you.

What we offer:

• Discounted supplemental benefits
• Eligibility for an Emergency Financial plan
• Discounts to theme parks, pet insurance, Legal and Identity Theft Insurance
• A family that supports YOUR personal and professional growth

We are looking for experienced Full-Service Prep Cooks:

• 2 to 5 years’ experience on a fast-paced line.
• Follow food safety procedures, daily prep list, prepare specific recipes for service; clean, sanitize and maintain equipment, utensils, and tools throughout kitchen.
• Ensure only “fresh” high quality ingredients are used when preparing all recipes.
• Ensure the proper recipe is displayed on the monitor during the preparation and cooking process.
• Ensure proper recipe adherence is followed whenever producing items.
• You are safe and maintain a safe work environment by ensuring floor surfaces are clean, dry and free from debris.
• Ensure proper use of PPE when applicable and ensuring a safe work environment by following all safety guidelines.
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of cooking equipment in assigned cooking station to include startup, shut down, shift maintenance and cleaning as needed
• Keep a clean and organized workstation.
• Guest focused and like to multi-task.
• Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates basic English/Spanish communication skills.
• Trusting, passionate, humble and gracious team player.
• Build lasting relationships with trust and respect.
• Create fun.

Education

• High School (preferred)

Licenses & Certifications

Join Lazy Dog and be part of a culture of caring, great benefits, and continuous growth.

Lazy Dog Restaurants - Vernon Hills, Vernon Hills, Illinois, United States of America