Cook-Seasonal
Goodwill Industries, a division of Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc.
Location: Great Lakes, IL 60088, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Advertising and Public Relations
Occupational Category: 13-0000.00 – Business and Financial Operations
Posted: Sunday, 12 July 2026
Valid Through: Tuesday, 11 August 2026
Job Description
Goodwill Industries, a division of Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin, Inc. is hiring a Cook-Seasonal in Great Lakes, IL. This is a full-time position.
We are looking for highly organized and motivated individuals to prepare meals to Navy Recruits, Sailors and Staff at Naval Station Great Lakes. We operate multiple "galleys" that serve over 9 million meals per year.
We truly value our employees and the diversity they bring to our workplace!
You will be responsible for preparing meals using designated meal schedules in accordance with prescribed recipes and product specifications.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
1. Prepare and store food following the prescribed recipes and product specifications
2. Ensure food is presented in an appealing and timely manner
3. Assist in food cost and control by progressively cooking, batch cooking, monitoring temperatures,
4. Practice excellent food service and sanitation practices in accordance with the HAACP guidelines.
5. Maintain cleanliness of work areas including daily cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, prep areas and work stations.
6. Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
7. Report all defective equipment to appropriate Assistant Manager
8. Interact with customers and staff in a courteous manner.
9. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be at least 18 years old
2. Must be able to obtain base security clearance
3. High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
3. Some food service experience necessary
CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Knowledge of basic mathematic calculations.
2. Knowledge of American system of weights and volume and conversions of weights, measurements and sizes as needed.
3. Able to understand written and/or verbal instructions.
PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
1. Lift up to 50 pounds.
2. Full range of motion. Must be able to stay on feet for long periods of time.
3. Must be able to wear all safety required personal protective equipment while working including steel toed, slip resistant shoes
The pay rate for this position is $21.22
In addition to compensation, we offer a benefit program to full-time and part-time employees which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, sick pay, vacation and holiday pay.
(SEW) (NSGL)
We truly value our employees and the diversity they bring to our workplace!
You will be responsible for preparing meals using designated meal schedules in accordance with prescribed recipes and product specifications.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES:
1. Prepare and store food following the prescribed recipes and product specifications
2. Ensure food is presented in an appealing and timely manner
3. Assist in food cost and control by progressively cooking, batch cooking, monitoring temperatures,
4. Practice excellent food service and sanitation practices in accordance with the HAACP guidelines.
5. Maintain cleanliness of work areas including daily cleaning and sanitizing of equipment, prep areas and work stations.
6. Able to work well independently and as part of a team.
7. Report all defective equipment to appropriate Assistant Manager
8. Interact with customers and staff in a courteous manner.
9. Other duties as assigned.
REQUIREMENTS:
1. Must be at least 18 years old
2. Must be able to obtain base security clearance
3. High school diploma or equivalent preferred, but not required
3. Some food service experience necessary
CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Knowledge of basic mathematic calculations.
2. Knowledge of American system of weights and volume and conversions of weights, measurements and sizes as needed.
3. Able to understand written and/or verbal instructions.
PHYSICAL/SENSORY DEMANDS:
1. Lift up to 50 pounds.
2. Full range of motion. Must be able to stay on feet for long periods of time.
3. Must be able to wear all safety required personal protective equipment while working including steel toed, slip resistant shoes
The pay rate for this position is $21.22
In addition to compensation, we offer a benefit program to full-time and part-time employees which includes medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, sick pay, vacation and holiday pay.
(SEW) (NSGL)
Education Requirements
high school
Skills
Please see the job description for required or recommended skills.
Benefits
Please see the job description for benefits.
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