Jobs · Management · Illinois

Kitchen Team Member - Old Town

Call Your Mother · Batavia, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteManagement$21–$23/hrFull-time

About the role

Call Your Mother is the Jew-ish deli where Boca meets Brooklyn, grandma-level hospitality meets seriously good bagel sandwiches, and hard work meets face‑melting vibes. Husband‑and‑wife team Andrew and Chef Dani built Call Your Mother around one simple idea: people deserve incredible food made by people who give an F. From the first farmers market stand in 2018 to shops across the DMV, Colorado, Chicago, and Philadelphia, the company has grown by obsessing over details, blasting music, and laughing along the way. Behind every great guest experience is an even greater kitchen team. As a Kitchen Team Member you’ll help build beautiful sandwiches, prep ingredients, maintain a clean kitchen, and contribute to a fast‑paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

  • Build beautiful sandwiches that guests can't wait to eat
  • Prep ingredients and set up stations for a smooth, successful service
  • Follow recipes and standards that make every bite consistently delicious
  • Keep ticket times fast without sacrificing quality
  • Work in a clean, organized, and food‑safe manner from open to close
  • Keep the kitchen stocked and ready for whatever the rush brings
  • Learn new stations and skills so every day stays fresh and interesting
  • Adapt to menu changes, coaching, and always aim to get better
  • Pitch in wherever your teammates need you most

Requirements

  • At least 1 year experience washing dishes, wielding a knife safely, following recipes, and thriving in a fast‑paced restaurant environment
  • The right attitude and a strong baseline of skills are valued over a polished resume
  • Ability to see, hear, speak, read, and communicate effectively
  • Capable of standing, walking, reaching, bending, and performing repetitive physical movements
  • Able to lift up to 50 pounds
  • Skilled at safely operating equipment and tools with manual dexterity
  • Comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment around hot equipment, sharp tools, and varying temperatures
  • Willing to occasionally work in confined spaces

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full‑time team members (average 30+ hrs/wk)
  • 100% paid time off
  • 100% paid 12‑week parental leave
  • 401(k) with 4% company match
  • Free English and Spanish classes, plus Duolingo reimbursement
  • Early Wage Access – up to 50% of eligible earned wages before payday
  • Confidential therapy and professional resources for mental health, legal guidance, financial wellness, and more
  • Company culture events, team parties, and a healthy work/life balance
  • Bagels on the house – free shift meals and 50% off when off the clock

Pay

Base hourly rate: $17.05/hour. With tips, total earnings are likely to range from $21‑23/hour.

Schedule

Morning shifts with weekend availability; evenings are free and night shifts are not required.

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