Campus Kitchen Chef: High-Volume, Scratch Cooking

Aladdin; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Elior Collegiate Dining at Roosevelt University in Chicago is seeking an experienced cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare meals, ensure quality and portion control, and contribute to creative food presentation in a high-volume setting.

The role emphasizes safety, proper storage, and adherence to recipes while delivering exceptional service and supporting the growth of the kitchen staff in a dynamic campus dining environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of culinary experience in a high-volume establishment with scratch cooking.
• Knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and identify food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control.
• Food preparation.
• Creative food presentation.
• Ensuring food is stored properly.
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes.

Skills

Culinary experience

Culinary techniques

Attention to detail

Kitchen equipment handling

Customer service

Tools

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Elior Collegiate Dining at Roosevelt University in Chicago is seeking an experienced cook to join a fast-paced kitchen team. You will prepare meals, ensure quality and portion control, and contribute to creative food presentation in a high-volume setting.

The role emphasizes safety, proper storage, and adherence to recipes while delivering exceptional service and supporting the growth of the kitchen staff in a dynamic campus dining environment.