Cook

Bob-Chinn; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical

Delta Dental

EyeMed Vision

Life Insurance

STD

401(k)

Job summary

Bob-Chinn in Illinois seeks an experienced line cook to manage daily prep at multiple stations, including broil, wok, fish, fry and grill. You will follow recipes, manage portions, and maintain clean, safe work areas in a fast-paced kitchen.

The role requires prior line cook experience, strong teamwork, and the ability to work calmly under pressure while upholding high food safety standards; on-site position with growth opportunities in the kitchen team.

Qualifications

• Food safety certification required.
• Food preparation and knife handling knowledge.
• Understanding safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items in sanitary, timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specs.
• Restock items as needed throughout shift.
• Maintain station cleanliness and safety standards.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen and storage areas.

Skills

Direction following

Teamwork

Under pressure

Problem solving

Organization

Job description

Reporting Relationships

Position Reports to: Kitchen Manager and General Kitchen Manager
Subordinate Staff: None

Basic Functions

A line cook is responsible for the daily preparation of food items in the broil, wok, fish, fry and grill stations or other areas of the kitchen.

Essential Functions

• Sets up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepares all food items as directed in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follows recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
• Cleans and maintains station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.
• Has understanding and knowledge to properly use and maintain all equipment in station.
• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• Performs additional responsibilities, although not detailed as requested by the Kitchen Manager or Head Kitchen Manager at any time.

Qualifications

Knowledge

• Food Safety Certification
• Basic understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Understanding and knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience.

Skills/Aptitudes

• Ability to take direction.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Ability to work calmly and effectively under pressure.
• Must have problem solving abilities, be self-motivated, and organized.
• Commitment to quality service, and food and beverage knowledge.

Working Conditions

• This position will spend 100% of the time standing.
• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water.
• The individual must be able to transport up to 50 pounds on occasion and up to 35 pounds regularly.
• Must be able to speak, read and understand basic English phrases and cooking directions.
• Must be able to hear with 100% accuracy with correction.
• Must be able to see to 20/20 vision with correction.

Level

The individual will work directly under Head Kitchen Manager and Kitchen Managers.

Benefits

After 1 year of 30+ hrs worked per week (eligibility threshold) the following benefits are offered: BCBS Medical (PPO and HMO), Delta Dental, EyeMed Vision, Life Insurance and STD eligible on 1st of the month following 1st year anniv. Illinois Paid Leave (Sick Pay) is accrued at the rate of 1 hour ILPL for every 40 hours worked to a maximum accrual of 40 hours/year. 401(k) eligible at one year anniversary.