Popcorn Cook at Garrett Popcorn Shops Midway at Garrett Central Market

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAt Garrett Popcorn Shops, the cooks are the star of the show! Our cooks turn our ingredients into our famous handcrafted recipes, including the Garrett Mix - the original Chicago-style popcorn. Each day, our cooks continue the Garrett tradition by cooking popcorn in small batches. They take great pride in supporting an efficient kitchen operation which delivers top quality Garrett Popcorn. The cook is responsible for creating these beloved recipes and maintaining all ingredient and recipe stock levels to ensure there is a steady supply of Garrett Popcorn for each guest.ResponsibilitiesSmile, have fun, and maintain a positive, upbeat attitudeBe a team player, ready to assist the store operations to better serve our customersFollow all recipes with no variation to ensure Garrett Popcorn Shops is always serving the highest quality recipesEnsure product quality, freshness, and presentation meet the Garrett Popcorn Shops standardsMaintains cooking production procedures to match fast-paced environmentFacilitate all kitchen prep, setup, cleaning, and take down daily to support safe and efficient recipe productionFollow all health and safety guidelinesTaste product frequently to ensure each recipe meets the expected flavor profileExecute equipment preventive maintenance routines to ensure effective functionalityEnsure FIFO rotation of all ingredients and prepared productAccurately log recipe production, ingredient inventory, and quality assurance checksActively work to minimize waste of all ingredients and recipesEnsures the store is clean, presentable to customers, and always stocked with ingredients and recipes needed to support the customer demandWork quickly while serving customers in a friendly and efficient mannerPhysical DemandsStanding a minimum of 6 hours per dayMust be able to reach, bend, stoop, and occasionally lift 50 poundsQualificationsMust be at least 18 years of ageStrong ability to multi-taskWorks with a sense of urgency to match the business needsExperience with food prep in a fast-paced environment is preferred but not necessaryAble to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writingAble to work varied hours/days, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as neededFollow all rules, policies, procedures, and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee HandbookGet along well with others and be a team player·        Great communication skills·        Must have the ability to get badged by The Chicago Department of Aviation, which includes a federal background check, as well as maintaining the badge.·        Must be able to uphold all CDA and TSA regulations related to safety and securityOther duties and tasks as assigned by managementMust have current Food Handler CertificateBenefits at NorthAmerican ConcessionsHealth Insurance, Dental Insurance and Vision Insurance are offered after employees pass their 90-day probationary period, and if elected, it will begin on the first day of the month following the passage of the probationary period.PTO (Paid Time Off): Employees will receive 80 hours of PTO after accruing a full year of full-time service. Employees are permitted to begin using accrued PTO time after they work a minimum of six (6) months. PTO will increase at the five (5) year mark and at the ten (10) year mark.Paid Sick Time: Employees receive 40 hours of Paid Sick Time per year and they are permitted to start using it after they pass their 90-day probationary period.By applying to this job, you agree to receive periodic text messages from this employer and Homebase about your pending job application. Opt out anytime. Msg & data rates may apply. Powered by Homebase. Free employee scheduling, time clock and hiring tools.