Grillmaster / Cook (Vernon Hills, Illinois)

The Grillmaster will provide healthy, fresh, and craveable food to guests by maintaining ingredient, preparation, and quality standards high. As part of the RōTeam, you uphold Rōti’s values all day, every day! Are you ready to join the RōTeam?
Our Values:

• Live the Vibe : Our vibe is our super power! We strive to make every interaction memorable by infusing each service moment with energy and positivity. We believe in the power of ambiance; our commitment to creating a great mood accompanies our dedication to serving great food.
• Do the Right Thing : Integrity is doing the right thing even when no one is watching. We believe in transparent communication, where feedback is delivered honestly and constructively. We’re mindful of our environmental impact, consistently seeking ways to minimize it through responsible practices.
• Stronger, Together !: We find strength in unity, celebrating every team success as a collective achievement. Leadership isn't about authority; it’s about knowing when to guide and when to follow. If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
• Crave Better : Our hunger for improvement is insatiable- we constantly lean into our own challenges and opportunities. Consistency is critical for our excellence as we ensure processes are standardized across all locations, driving quality & efficiency in our operations.

The Essentials:

• A Grillmaster that takes care and pride in making quality and delicious food for our guests!
• A Grillmaster that doesn't shy away from the heat and pressure of being the master of the grill!
• An unapologetically positive presence: you’re quick with a smile, have the energy to spare, and your enthusiasm is catching.
• A person who will follow all food recipes, safety, allergen, and sanitation guidelines to maintain our quality food standards.
• Restock hot food station and keep hot line clean and presentable
• Ability to develop positive working relationships with all Team Members - Stronger Together!
• Learn our delicious food to create an incredible experience for our dine in, digital, and catering guests.
• Effectively handle customer issues - treat our customers how you’d want to be treated!
• Food Rules! Ensuring that we are always serving the fresh and flavorful food that is made with care.
• Maintain restaurant cleanliness in accordance with company standards.
• Assures sanitation standards are maintained in accordance with State Food Safety, OSHA, local health regulations. Additionally, ensures restaurant equipment is properly maintained and safely operated.
• State Food Safety and Allergen certification is required.
• Ensures compliance with Health, Fire, Labor Department and local municipalities.
• Any other tasks as assigned.

Here’s who we’re looking for:

• Someone who has a knack for service - VIBE is in our DNA!
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have a positive attitude and ethics that support Roti’s values and culture!
• Must have excellent hospitality & communication skills.
• Previous grill/ cook experience is preferred.
• Ability to stand/walk for an entire shift (up to 35.0 hours / week) . Grillmasters are constantly moving to ensure quality and preparation of our mains and bases!
• Must be able to bend and reach overhead often, possess dexterity to handle cooking equipment, and work in kitchen temperatures ranging from hot to cold.
• Must be able to squat, lift, and push up to 50 lbs.

The Perks:

• Competitive compensation plus tips!
• A positive work environment with an invested team.
• We offer PTO, sick time, and parental leave.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, plus, Flexible Spending /Dependent Care Accounts (measuring period applies).
• Pre-tax Transit/ Parking and Pet Insurance benefits offered year round!
• Employer- paid Short Term Disability!
• Plan for your retirement - 401(k) available!
• Rōti meal - complimentary during your shift and 20% off when visiting a restaurant with friends and family. Plus, 10% off catering!
• A career path with Roti - opportunities for development and advancement as we grow!
• Employee Discount Program (Tickets At Work).

To make spectacular food, we need spectacular people. People with upbeat attitudes, unstoppable drive, and a commitment to quality. That kind of person deserves more than just a job. They deserve to be part of the RoTeam.
Roti Restaurants is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. We participate in E-Verify.