Banquet Cook Full/Part Time Hourly

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

Job summary

Join Boka Restaurant Group as a Banquet Line Cook in Chicago, where you will assist in food preparation for events and maintain high culinary standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in high volume kitchens and a passion for service. This role requires flexibility and a team-oriented spirit.

Benefits

Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package

Employer-sponsored mental health program

Paid sick leave

401(k) program

Career mentorship and growth potential

Dining incentives across establishments

Qualifications

• Experienced in high volume kitchens.
• Food handlers' certification required.
• Flexible schedule to accommodate events.

Responsibilities

• Assist in food preparation adhering to chef’s specifications for events.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards.
• Accurately read BEO’s to understand upcoming events.

Skills

Hardworking

High volume kitchen experience

Food handlers' certification

Flexible schedule

Job description

Boka Restaurant Groupand theChicago Athletic Associationare currently seekingBanquet Line Cooksto join their team!


TheBanquet Line Cookposition requires good communication and culinary skills. The ideal candidate for this position will have at least two years of previous line or relevant cooking experience. Background in banquets and catering setting is also a plus. The banquet line cook must have a flexible schedule, as events take place in both the AM and PM, and schedules will reflect that. The banquet line cook should also be comfortable prepping and assisting the chef team with events such as plate ups, buffets, receptions, and weddings.

• Benefits & Perks:Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days),employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!

• About Boka Restaurant Group:Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here:https://www.bokagrp.com/

Banquet Line Cook's Responsibilities:

• Assist in food preparation adhering to chef’s specs for events.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with food sanitation standards at all times.
• Ensure safe food handling procedures are used at all times.
• Report to Banquet chef and Banquet sous chefs.
• Accurately read BEO’s to understand upcoming events.
• Accurately follow and complete prep lists.
• Assist with In Room Dining if needed.
• Have a flexible schedule that can coordinate with event schedules.
• Have thorough knowledge of knife cuts, sauces, soups, protein cookery, and basic cooking and plating techniques.
• Efficient in following timelines.
• Demonstrates cleanliness, abides by company’s uniform and grooming policies.

Qualifications:

• Hardworking
• High volume kitchen experience
• Food handlers' certification
• Flexible schedule

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!

Physical Requirements:

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environment

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!