Cook

NEXDINE Hospitality; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality company seeks a Cook responsible for food preparation and customer service in Chicago. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong culinary skills, adhere to safety standards, and deliver quality dining experiences. Full-time opportunity with competitive pay and benefits.

Benefits

Generous Compensation & Benefits

Company-Paid Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holidays, Sick Days

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Ability to operate kitchen equipment safely.
• Demonstrates excellent customer service and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and catered events.
• Maintain cleanliness of food prep areas and kitchen equipment.
• Cook food to proper temperatures and monitor quality.

Skills

Customer Service

Food Safety

Cooking Techniques

Job description

NEXDINE Hospitality's family of brands provides dining, hospitality, fitness center, and facility management services to various institutions nationwide. We prioritize our people to deliver tailored, expertly managed programs. The NEXDINE Experience is responsive, transparent, and authentic. Learn more at ~~~.

Position: Cook

Location: Chicago, IL

Hours: Full Time

Pay Rate: $19.00/hour

Pay Frequency: Weekly - Direct Deposit

What We Offer

• Generous Compensation & Benefits
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, Holidays, Sick Days
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job Summary

The Cook reports to the Chef or Chef Manager and is responsible for preparing and serving breakfast, lunch, and catered events. Responsibilities include operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, stoves, dishwashers, slicers, coffee machines, steamers, mixers, and knives. The Cook must demonstrate excellent customer service, representing both the client and NEXDINE.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect and maintain cleanliness of food prep areas and equipment to ensure safety and sanitation.
• Cook food to proper temperatures, monitor quality, and ensure freshness by checking ingredients and rotating stock.
• Prepare ingredients and dishes according to recipes and guidelines, including baking, roasting, broiling, steaming, and seasoning.
• Handle food safely, including washing, peeling, cutting, and carving meats and seafood.
• Assist with inventory and record-keeping of food usage.
• Serve food promptly and provide excellent customer service.
• Follow safety, sanitation, and uniform standards, and communicate supply needs to supervisors.
• Operate in a kitchen environment with exposure to heat, steam, fire, and noise.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to sit, stand, reach, bend, kneel, and lift up to 40 pounds. Manual dexterity, auditory, and visual skills are essential, along with the ability to follow instructions.