Cook

Sofive; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofive is seeking a reliable Cook to support food and beverage operations at our soccer facility in Chicago. The Cook will prepare items according to Sofive standards, help ensure a high-quality experience for players, families, guests, and staff, and collaborate with the F&B team during daily operations, leagues, and events.

The role requires kitchen experience, attention to cleanliness, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Evening, weekend, and holiday availability is expected.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, restaurant, hospitality, or food-service experience preferred.
• Strong attention to food quality, cleanliness, and organization.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player.
• Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and food-safety standards.
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Food Handler or applicable food-safety certification preferred, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Sofive standards.
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portioning, preparation, and presentation.
• Support efficient service during regular operations and high-volume periods.
• Complete opening, service, and closing responsibilities.
• Maintain clean and organized preparation areas, equipment, and storage spaces.
• Ensure the kitchen remains stocked and ready for daily service.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, and temperature-control requirements.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Tools

Food Handler certification

Job description

Sofive, the home of 5-a-side soccer; a new kind of soccer center. We make "the beautiful game" more available than ever before for soccer and fitness enthusiasts by providing easy access to the highest quality, 5-a-side, all-season soccer centers.

We are a growing startup that is developing state-of-the-art soccer centers - modern sport complexes with small-sided soccer fields. We have 22 sites to date, with many more in the pipeline.

Integrity is the backbone of our organization. We value reliability and professionalism in our partnerships with businesses and team members. And of course, we are passionate about soccer!

Resonate with this? Then let’s connect. Learn more here and on our website. Find open positions and come grow with a technology empowered, community minded organization that is passionate and knowledgeable about the soccer industry. Sofive is soccer. Non-stop.

Cook

Pay: $18.00/hour
Employment Type: Hourly
Company: Sofive Soccer Centers (Chicago)

About the role

Sofive is looking for a reliable and team-oriented Cook to support the food and beverage operation at our soccer facility.

The Cook is responsible for preparing food consistently, maintaining strong kitchen standards, and helping ensure an efficient experience for players, families, guests, and staff. This role works closely with facility leadership and the broader food and beverage team during daily operations, leagues, tournaments, parties, and events.

What you'll do

Food Preparation & Service

• Prepare and cook menu items according to Sofive standards
• Maintain consistency in food quality, portioning, preparation, and presentation
• Support efficient service during both regular operations and high-volume periods
• Complete opening, service, and closing responsibilities
• Maintain clean and organized preparation areas, equipment, and storage spaces
• Ensure the kitchen remains stocked and ready for daily service

Food Safety & Compliance

• Follow all food safety, sanitation, storage, and temperature-control requirements
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Follow all applicable health and safety standards

Inventory & Product Control

• Properly receive, store, label, and rotate food products
• Support portion control and waste reduction
• Communicate inventory shortages or operational needs to management

Team Support

• Work closely with the food and beverage and facility teams
• Support leagues, tournaments, events, and other high-volume facility programming
• Maintain a professional and positive approach with guests and team members

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen, restaurant, hospitality, or food-service experience preferred
• Strong attention to food quality, cleanliness, and organization
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable working as part of a team
• Ability to follow recipes, procedures, and food-safety standards
• Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift or move food products and supplies
• Food Handler or applicable food-safety certification preferred, or willingness to obtain one