Charcoal Grill Lead — Elevate High-Quality Kitchen (Chicago)

Hawksmoor - Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and paid sick leave

Employee discounts at Hawksmoor

Job summary

Hawksmoor Chicago is seeking a passionate Grill Chef to join our team. You will manage the charcoal grill, prepare high-quality meats, seafood, and vegetables, and work with the kitchen crew to maintain Hawksmoor’s standard of excellence.

Responsibilities include handling knives, operating kitchen equipment, coordinating orders for timely delivery, and upholding food safety and presentation standards in a busy environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a professional kitchen, preferably grill-focused.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to food safety.

Responsibilities

• Work with and manage the charcoal grill, ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
• Handle knives and operate kitchen equipment with precision and safety.
• Coordinate food orders to ensure timely and efficient delivery to each table.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation standards to ensure guest safety.
• Follow recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guests’ expectations.
• Prep food and assist kitchen staff in executing menu items to the highest standard.
• Ensure all food is prepared in a timely fashion and meets high-quality standards.
• Label food and ensure proper rotation (FIFO).
• Meet special guest requests while maintaining the same high-quality standards.

Skills

Teamwork

Food safety

Communication

Multitasking

Physical stamina

Tools

Knives

Charcoal grill

Kitchen equipment

Job description

Hawksmoor Chicago is seeking a passionate Grill Chef to join our team. You will manage the charcoal grill, prepare high-quality meats, seafood, and vegetables, and work with the kitchen crew to maintain Hawksmoor’s standard of excellence.

Responsibilities include handling knives, operating kitchen equipment, coordinating orders for timely delivery, and upholding food safety and presentation standards in a busy environment.