Cook

Arlo Hotels; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Arlo Hotels is seeking a passionate Line Cook to join their team. The role involves preparing food for various services, maintaining high standards of cleanliness, and ensuring quality in food preparation. Ideal candidates will have strong cooking skills and experience in a comparable restaurant or hotel.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of line cook experience in NYC at a comparable restaurant or hotel.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and stand for 8+ hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned food items and follow recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area.
• Coordinate and multi-task job duties in an active environment.

Skills

Cooking Skills

Knife Skills

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

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Arlo Hotels, an independent lifestyle hotel, is now actively seeking a dynamic Line Cook. Are you someone who is passionate about people, driven by purpose, and clever in your approach? If so, keep on reading! Here at Arlo, we strive to create a sense of awe that leaves those we touch wanting more.

Line cooks prepare all menu items during breakfast, lunch, dinner, and event services. Their daily focus is learning and perfecting techniques, speed, and consistency. They are vital to every outlet.

Responsibilities and Authorities:

• Always treat guests with courtesy and respect in a variety of situations
• Honesty & Integrity
• Deliver outstanding service and create memorable experiences
• Coordinate and multi-task job duties in an active environment

Specific Duties

• Responsible for preparing assigned food items
• Follow recipes and portion control guidelines set by the restaurant
• Set up stations with appropriate par levels and restock items
• Maintain freshness and correctness of mise en place on their station
• Prepare ingredients or specific recipes as directed by the Sous Chefs
• Keep work area clean, sanitized, and organized, including prep area, sinks, walk-ins, ovens, and stovetops
• Possess strong cooking skills
• Understand the use of various food service equipment safely
• Follow sanitary food handling procedures
• Remain calm and work well under pressure
• Ensure every item is tasted and signed off by the Executive Chef before storage
• Practice proper food cooling and storing procedures
• Manage tools needed for station work and their storage
• Use sharp cutlery responsibly at all times
• Prepare daily prep lists for your station and the prep team

Requirements:

• At least 2 years of line cook experience in NYC at a comparable restaurant or hotel
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to stand for 8+ hours

Knowledge:

• Good knife skills
• Basic knowledge of kitchen equipment like Vita Prep, Robo-Coup, ovens, and burners

Arlo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.