Cook

BBQ Holdings, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

BBQ Holdings, Inc. in Chicago seeks a kitchen team member to produce and maintain high-quality menu items at your station according to company recipes and specifications. You will ensure safety, sanitation and food standards are met in line with recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

You will work with a team to maintain timeliness, accuracy, and cleanliness while following safety guidelines. The role supports multiple shifts, including nights and weekends, in a fast-paced kitchen

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience preferred
• Flexible schedule including nights, days, weekends and holidays

Responsibilities

• Station ready on time and in proper uniform
• Maintain brisk, steady pace; stay organized with no unnecessary steps
• Adhere to recipes with 100% accuracy when prepping or assisting
• Portion accurately using scales and measuring tools; check portions
• Keep kitchen and equipment clean; practice 'clean as you go'
• Productivity tracked by quality and quantity within time
• Strong organizational skills
• Forecast needs and stock supplies ahead of rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain safety and follow OSHA guidelines
• Safe food handling
• Receive, rotate and stock food properly
• Provide prep support as needed

Skills

Multitasking

Communication

Attention to detail

Professionalism

Positive attitude

Food safety

Team player

Job description

Job Summary

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Summary

To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's safety, sanitation and food standards are met according to recipes, procedures, quality and timeliness.

Job Responsibilities

• Timeliness- Station ready to work at scheduled time and you are in proper uniform
• Pace- Brisk and steady, organized, no unnecessary steps
• Recipe Adherence -- 100% recipe knowledge when prepping or assisting with any other production step
• Portioning -- Use scales, measuring spoons, recipe cards and perform portion control tests
• Cleanliness -- Maintain the kitchen and all of its equipment to a "like new" condition. Practice clean as you go!
• Productivity -- Your productivity is measured, not only by the quality of what you do, but by the quantity of work you complete in a specific time period
• Organization skills are a must
• Think ahead -- Stock supplies before the rush
• Teamwork
• Maintain a safe working environment and adhere to all OSHA guidelines
• Safe food handling
• Receiving, rotating and stocking food
• Prep support as needed

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to handle multiple tasks and balance fluctuating workload
• Ability to work and communicate well with others
• Attention to detail and ability to take initiative a must
• Responsible behavior and professional image
• Must have a positive attitude
• Safe food handling and safety is always a top priority
• Must be a team player

Qualifications

• 2 years of work or related experience preferred
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule of nights, days, weekends and holidays