Cook

RPM Seafood; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Vacation

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life, Accident Protection & Critical..

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

RPM Seafood in Chicago is hiring Line Cooks to prepare, produce, and present menu items with consistency and a focus on quality. You will work on a fast-paced line, follow recipes, and collaborate with teammates to deliver outstanding guest experiences.

This role requires flexibility to cover a variety of shifts, including weekends, with strong attention to safety and sanitation standards. Enjoy career growth and a supportive team at RPM Seafood's waterfront Chicago setting.

Qualifications

• Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes.
• Available to work a variety of hours, including weekends.
• Safely and effectively use and operate knives and kitchen tools.
• Ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken directions.
• Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Move safely through confined, crowded spaces.

Responsibilities

• Follow prescribed portioning controls and par levels.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards.
• Read a thermometer correctly and efficiently.
• Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator.
• Maintain item counts and communicate to Management when quantities fall below minimum.
• Accurately account for all items leaving the station.
• Understand and follow food allergy procedures and special orders.
• Comply with safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures.
• Follow all employment policies and the Employee Handbook.
• Get along with others and be a team player.
• Other duties will be assigned as needed.

Job description

We’re hiring people to join our team as LINE COOKS!

A Few of Our Line Cook Benefits:

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

Building on the culinary successes of RPM Italian and RPM Steak, RPM Seafood features the truest expression of the world's best fish and seafood paired alongside the brand's well-established steak program, award-winning wine lists and impeccable service. With panoramic views of the Chicago River, the restaurant includes floor-to-ceiling windows, a second-floor mezzanine with two private terraces and a spacious main floor patio, all providing a waterfront backdrop from practically every avenue point.

Caring. Creative. Careers.

Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.

EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

LINE COOK JOB DESCRIPTION

Line Cooks are responsible for the preparation, production and presentation of all menu items.

Essential Functions

• Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
• Maintain food safety and quality standards
• Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
• Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
• Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity
• Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed