Cook

For more than 47 years, Joe’s Pizza & Pasta has been serving up hand-tossed pizzas, hearty pastas, subs, salads, and Italian classics across Illinois. As a family-owned brand, we take pride in quality food, fast service, and a welcoming environment that keeps guests coming back. When you join Joe’s, you’re part of a team that’s passionate about great food and even better hospitality.

What You’ll Do

As a Cook, you’ll help bring Joe’s signature recipes to life and keep our kitchen running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Preparing pizzas, pastas, and menu items according to Joe’s recipes and quality standards

• Operating grills, ovens, fryers, and other kitchen equipment safely and efficiently

• Following portion, prep, and presentation standards for consistency

• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitized workstation

• Assisting with food prep, stocking, and rotating inventory as needed

• Working closely with other cooks and the kitchen team to ensure orders are accurate and timely

• Following food safety and health code regulations at all times

Who You Are

• Prior cooking or kitchen experience preferred, but we’ll train motivated candidates

• Passionate about food quality and guest satisfaction

• Able to work in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen

• Dependable, hardworking, and a strong communicator

• Comfortable standing for long shifts and lifting up to 50 lbs

• Team player who thrives in a collaborative, supportive environment

Why Join Joe’s Pizza & Pasta

• Competitive pay with room for advancement

• Flexible scheduling for part-time and full-time team members

• Opportunity to grow within a well-established, family-owned restaurant group

• Employee discounts on our famous pizza, pasta, and more

• Work in a fun, fast-paced environment that feels like family

If you’re ready to sharpen your kitchen skills and be part of a tradition that’s been serving communities for nearly five decades, apply today to become a Cook at Joe’s Pizza & Pasta!