Cook 2

Hornblower Cruises and Events; Chicago (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team at a leading hospitality company where you will thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment. As a Cook 2, you will be instrumental in food preparation and delivery, ensuring high-quality dishes that delight guests. This role offers the chance to develop your culinary skills while collaborating with a passionate team dedicated to exceptional service. If you have a love for food and a commitment to hospitality, this is the perfect opportunity to grow your career in a supportive environment that values communication and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of kitchen experience preferred.
• Energetic personality and service orientation are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests.
• Collaborate with the culinary team for efficient food preparation.
• Adhere to food safety and sanitation regulations.

Skills

Food Preparation

Hospitality

Food Safety Regulations

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Description

Pay Rate: $16.50

City Experiences is seeking a Cook 2 for our City Cruises operation in Chicago, IL.

About You:

This person will be adaptable, dynamic, and embody City Experiences' RESPECT Service System.

About the Opportunity:

A successful Cook is competent in food preparation and the production process. Contributes to general kitchen tasks such as receiving and storing provisions. A skilled cook is hospitable to coworkers and guests and operates safely and responsibly.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests as prescribed in our RESPECT service system (RSS).
2. Collaborate with the culinary team, including sous chefs and other line cooks, to ensure precise and efficient food preparation according to established recipes and standards.
3. Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment, managing multiple orders simultaneously while adhering to established cooking times.
4. Maintain attention to detail in all food preparation stages, ensuring that each dish meets our rigorous quality and taste standards.
5. Manage leftover foods correctly; cover, label, date, and accurately store according to company standards.
6. Adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
7. Embrace opportunities for skill development and learning, working collaboratively with the team to continually improve culinary techniques and knowledge.
8. Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards.
9. Additional job duties as assigned.

Requirements & Qualifications:

1. At least two (2) years of previous kitchen experience preferred.
2. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
3. Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential.
4. Must possess a service orientation - actively looking for ways to help others.
5. Will work for extended periods without sitting.
6. The work may be strenuous, and the environment warm.
7. Required to lift and move heavy items such as cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods.
8. Availability to work on all major holidays.
9. Must meet minimum state age requirements.

About Us:

City Experiences aims to provide amazing experiences on land and water. With over 40 years of success through organic growth and acquisitions, our portfolio encompasses over 25 brands serving upwards of 30 million guests annually. We seek enthusiastic team players who thrive in environments that encourage communication, creativity, and cooperation.

The RESPECT Service System

Embodies City Experiences' mission, vision, values, and operating principles. It fosters a company culture centered on RESPECT, guiding us toward becoming a Global Experiences and Transportation Leader.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics is prohibited.

We encourage all qualified applicants, including those with past arrest or conviction records, to apply. Our participation in the E-Verify program varies by location.

We welcome qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records to apply.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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