Cook

Bob Chinn's Crab House; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Bob Chinn's Crab House in Wheeling Township, IL is seeking a line cook to prepare food across broil, wok, fish, fry and grill stations, following recipes and presentation standards. You will set up station, prep items, restock, and maintain sanitation.

Strong teamwork, ability to work under pressure, and familiarity with safety procedures are essential. This full-time role requires standing for long periods, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and reliable English communication; all under the

Qualifications

• Food safety certification required.
• Basic cooking and knife handling skills.
• Knowledge of safety, sanitation and food handling procedures.
• Previous prep or line cook experience.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Restocks all items as needed throughout shift.
• Cleans and maintains station with safety and sanitation in mind.
• Uses and maintains all equipment in station.
• Assists with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-ins, and storage areas.
• Performs additional responsibilities as requested by Kitchen Manager.

Skills

Direction following

Teamwork

Under pressure

Problem solving

Quality focus

Education

Food Safety Certification

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:

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

Qualifications:

Knowledge

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

Skills/Aptitudes

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

Working Conditions

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

Level

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