Encore Car Wash 

Encore Car Wash is the fastest growing express wash in the Chicagoland area. Here at Encore, we want to change the way you think when you think about a car wash. With a return to good old-fashioned service and all the most modern technology. To demonstrate our belief that something does not need to be new to look fantastic, we utilize reclaimed brick from older torn down buildings throughout Chicago to construct our facilities. But we’re more than just a car wash, we’re your neighbor. Our team is committed to providing fast, friendly, and affordable service with a personal touch. From our state-of-the-art equipment to our thoughtfully designed spaces, every detail is crafted with you in mind.

Cook County

Lorraine Swanson

Chicago Metropolitan Area

Oak Lawn

Illinois

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Authentic Arabic Sweets Taste of Tradition

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Andrea Earnest

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A 30-year-old south suburban man is in jail, accused of impregnating a 14-year-old girl after more than a year of forcing her to have sex with him, according to Cook County prosecutors. Bail was set at $25,000 on Saturday for Carlos Calixtro, of the 7300 block of West Archer Avenue in Summit. The girl was younger than 13 when the assaults began in his home, according to prosecutors, whenever her mother wasn't with her.

A 30-year-old south suburban man is in jail, accused of impregnating a 14-year-old girl after more than a year of forcing her to have sex with him, according to Cook County prosecutors. Bail was set at $25,000 on Saturday for Carlos Calixtro, of the 7300 block of West Archer Avenue in Summit. The girl was younger than 13 when the assaults began in his home, according to prosecutors, whenever her mother wasn’t with her.

The Summit man appeared in court on Saturday.

30-Year-Old Man Accused of Impregnating 14-Year-Old Girl

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Alsip-Crestwood

Chicago

Beverly-MtGreenwood

Palos

South Side

Lauren Traut

Oak Forest

David Giuliani

La Grange

DuPage County

Burr Ridge

Orland Park

Western Springs

Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour

Job Description: Help clean and remove odors from personal belongings after fire, smoke, or water damage. This job is careful, detailed cleaning that helps families get their homes and items back to normal. The work is Monday&ndash;Friday at our Alsip, IL office with a mostly women-led team in our contents cleaning room, where items brought to our facility are cleaned and deodorized. Sometimes the team goes to customer homes to clean walls, floors, furniture, and remove odors. If you have experience in housekeeping, hotel cleaning, hospital cleaning, residential cleaning, or maid services &mdash; and you like clean, careful work &mdash; this job is a great fit. Supervisors and cleaning managers from these areas are welcome to apply too.
Why Join Us
<ul><li>Monday&ndash;Friday schedule with optional paid overtime</li><li>Clean, organized, modern facility with a safe, respectful workplace</li><li>Supportive women-led team culture built on communication and professionalism</li><li>Paid training and certifications. You will be trained step-by-step &mdash; no experience needed.</li><li>Health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Sign-on bonus</li><li>National brand with 40+ years of trust and 18+ years serving Chicagoland</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Team events, awards, and appreciation lunches</li></ul>
Salary Range - $18&ndash;$23/hr + Overtime + Phone Allowance.
Pay depends on your experience and skills.
Must-Haves:
<ul><li>Live within 20 minutes of Alsip, IL &ndash; local candidates only</li><li>Valid driver&rsquo;s license</li><li>Reliable car to get to work in Alsip every day.</li><li>Good attention to detail &mdash; you notice small things</li><li>Respectful and comfortable working in customers&rsquo; homes</li><li>Able to lift 40 lbs and stand for long periods</li><li>Candidates with experience in housekeeping, hotel cleaning, hospital cleaning, residential cleaning, maid services, or upholstery cleaning are encouraged to apply.</li></ul>
Nice-to-Haves (we&rsquo;ll train):
<ul><li>1+ year of professional cleaning experience</li><li>Experience with detailed cleaning (homes, hotels, hospitals, offices)</li><li>Bilingual English / Spanish a plus (not required)</li></ul>
What you&rsquo;ll do:
<ul><li>Clean, deodorize, and restore personal items in our contents cleaning facility</li><li>Handle items carefully, label them, and store them correctly</li><li>Keep your work area clean, safe, and organized</li><li>Sometimes help clean and remove odors in customer homes with the team</li></ul>To apply, send your resume to <a href="mailto:niki.ramirez@rainbowrestore.net" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">niki.ramirez@rainbowrestore.net</a>

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