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Cook

Smashburger 1745 Mayfair • Chicago, IL, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

At Smashburger, we don’t just make burgers—we create crave-worthy moments that keep guests coming back for more. We’re driven by a shared commitment to excellence, working as one team and taking bold action to deliver unforgettable experiences. Here, you’ll be part of a group that works hard and genuinely cares—where passion and dedication matter just as much as skill. At Smashburger, we live by our values:

Taste Obsessed – Bring flavor into every shift

Premium Experience – Lead Boldly. Deliver Flawlessly

Stay Hungry – Literally & Figuratively

One Team! One Smash! – Smash Together

Do What’s Right – Act with honesty and consistency.

If this sounds like your kind of place, we’d love to have you on the team!

What You’ll Do

As a Cook, you’re at the heart of delivering our signature experience:

  • Prepare and cook menu items to recipe standards
  • Ensure food quality, accuracy, and efficiency
  • Work closely with teammates in a fast-paced kitchen
  • Maintain cleanliness and food safety standards
  • Operate kitchen equipment (grills, fryers, knives)
  • Follow systems for prep, stocking, and closing
  • Support team members and assist in the dining area as needed

What We’re Looking For

  • No experience required—we’ll train you!
  • Must be 16 years or older
  • Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 lbs
  • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-heat environment
  • Reliable and flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays)
  • Team-oriented with strong communication skills
  • Able to follow safety, cleanliness, and company standards
  • Authorized to work in the U.S. (E-Verify employer)

Join a team that’s building something better—burgers, teams, and careers. Apply today!

Why Join Us?

Better Benefits for a Better You:

  • Earn extra with tip share (up to $2/hr)
  • 50% off meals
  • Flexible, team-friendly schedules
  • Referral bonuses
  • Medical, dental & vision coverage*
  • Paid time off*
  • 401(k) match (21+)
  • Career growth and fast-track opportunities
  • Free uniform & hat

*Eligibility based on hours and tenure


The Company is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity and to providing a professional work environment free from discrimination and harassment. We prohibit unlawful discrimination against applicants, prospective applicants or employees on the basis of any legally recognized basis including but not limited to: race (inclusive of traits associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical condition), color, religious creed, marital status, national origin or ancestry, age, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, military or veteran status, status as a victim of crime or abuse, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, provincial or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.

https://smashburger.com/job-applicant-privacy-policy

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