Cook (84)

Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive starting wage

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Meal Discounts

Paid Vacation

Eligibility for Health Insurance

Eligibility for 401K

Job summary

Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano in Champaign, Illinois is looking for passionate line cooks to join our culinary team. The ideal candidate should have experience in food preparation, be able to follow recipes accurately, and work well in a fast-paced environment.

We offer competitive starting wages ranging from $15 to $18 per hour based on experience, along with flexible scheduling and opportunities for career advancement. Join our team and help us create the ultimate food experience!

Qualifications

• Prior experience in food preparation in a scratch kitchen.
• Must be able to follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Preparing ingredients for cooking by washing and chopping vegetables.
• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment, and utensils.

Skills

Food preparation experience

Following recipes

Ability to multitask

Read and speak English

Flexibility in scheduling

Job description

Overview

Biaggi's is looking for passionate line cooks to help us create the ultimate food experience. Join our culinary team that takes pride in preparing Italian pastas, soups & salads, pizza, seafood, steaks and desserts in our scratch kitchens!

Applicants must be friendly, hardworking, team-oriented, and punctual. Must be available to work consistently and always have a positive attitude.

Cook Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Ensuring ingredients and final products are fresh.
• Ensuring all food and other items are stored properly.
• Following recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients.
• Following prep lists.
• Labeling and stocking all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
• Preparing ingredients for cooking by washing and chopping vegetables, cutting meat, etc.
• Operating equipment following safety standards.
• Baking, grilling, steaming and broiling meats, vegetables, fish, poultry and other foods.
• Presenting, garnishing and arranging final dishes.
• Handling and storing ingredients and food.
• Maintaining food safety and sanitation standards.
• Cleaning and sanitizing work areas, equipment and utensils.
• Executing opening and closing procedures.
• Setting up workstations with required ingredients and equipment.
• Monitoring station inventory levels. Restocking as needed.
• Operating kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, fryers, mixers, food processors, etc.

Cook Skills & Qualifications

• Prior experience in food preparation in a scratch kitchen.
• Must be able to follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients.
• Ability to read and speak English.
• Ability to multitask and remain calm and professional in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
• High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.
• Must be able to push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.

Cook Employment Benefits

• Competitive starting wage ($15–18 per hour, based on experience)
• Flexible Scheduling
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Meal Discounts
• Paid Vacation
• Eligibility for Health Insurance
• Eligibility for 401K

About Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano

Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano is a casual Italian restaurant offering an extensive selection of house-made and imported pastas, soups, salads, pizza, seafood, steaks and desserts prepared with the freshest ingredients available and served in a comfortable, relaxing atmosphere.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Biaggi’s is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.