Banquet Cook

BOKA Restaurant Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading restaurant group as a Banquet Cook in Chicago. This role involves preparing food for events, maintaining sanitation standards, and ensuring safe food handling. Ideal candidates have culinary skills and experience in high-volume kitchens. Enjoy great benefits and be part of a fun, hardworking team committed to excellent service.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package

Employer-sponsored mental health and resource program

Paid sick leave

401(k) program

Career mentorship and growth opportunities

Dining incentives across 20+ establishments

Qualifications

• At least two years of line or relevant cooking experience.
• Experience in banquets and catering is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation following chef’s specifications for events.
• Maintain cleanliness and food sanitation standards.
• Ensure safe food handling procedures.

Skills

Communication

Culinary Skills

Flexibility

Education

Food Handlers' Certification

Job description

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Boka Restaurant Group and the Chicago Athletic Association are seeking Banquet Line Cooks to join their team.

The Banquet Line Cook position requires good communication and culinary skills. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of line or relevant cooking experience. Experience in banquets and catering is a plus. The banquet line cook must have a flexible schedule, as events occur in both the AM and PM. Responsibilities include prepping and assisting with events such as plate ups, buffets, receptions, and weddings.

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (after 90 days)
• Employer-sponsored mental health and resource program
• Paid sick leave
• 401(k) program
• Career mentorship and growth opportunities
• Dining incentives across 20+ establishments

About Boka Restaurant Group

Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, partnering with renowned chefs. Committed to genuine hospitality, community support, and building a better world. More info at our website.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation following chef’s specifications for events
• Maintain cleanliness and food sanitation standards
• Ensure safe food handling procedures
• Report to Banquet chef and sous chefs
• Read and understand BEOs for upcoming events
• Follow and complete prep lists accurately
• Assist with In Room Dining if needed
• Maintain a flexible schedule aligned with event timings
• Have knowledge of knife cuts, sauces, soups, proteins, and basic plating techniques
• Follow timelines efficiently
• Maintain cleanliness, adhere to uniform and grooming policies

Qualifications

• Hardworking
• Experience in high-volume kitchens
• Food handlers' certification
• Flexible schedule

This position is ideal for dedicated individuals seeking to join a hardworking, fun team committed to excellent service.

Physical Requirements

• Lift/move up to 10 pounds frequently, up to 25 pounds regularly, and up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Use tools, equipment, and chemicals safely and effectively
• Stand and walk throughout the shift, including stairs and uneven surfaces
• Exposure to hot and cold environments

If you meet these requirements, are passionate, and dedicated, we want to hear from you!

For more about Chicago Athletic Association, visit here.