Cook

L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge; Lincolnwood (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k)

Job summary

L. Woods Tap & Pine Lodge in Lincolnwood is seeking Line Cooks to join their team. This position offers no late nights, a vibrant work environment, and numerous employee benefits including health insurance and paid vacation.

Ideal candidates should have experience in food preparation, the ability to multitask under pressure, and a strong commitment to food safety standards. Join us to create delicious American classics at our supper club!

Qualifications

• Experience in food preparation and cooking.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Experience with kitchen tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to recipes.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards.
• Communicate food delays or issues to management.

Skills

Ability to effectively communicate

Multitasking under pressure

Food safety and quality standards

Understanding food allergy procedures

Job description

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

*** No Late Nights ***

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)

Experience the nostalgia of a Northwoods Supper Club at L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge. Located in Lincolnwood, the lunch and dinner menu features American classics and barbecue specialties including Wisconsin Cheese Curds, Buffalo Chicken Wings, Barbecue Brisket Burger, Baby Back Ribs, Almond-Crusted Walleye, Macaroni & Cheese, nightly specials and more. L. Woods also offers catering, group dining and has a full bar serving beer, wine and hand‑crafted cocktails, with a focus on Old Fashioneds.

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