Cook-Joliet

Proof of the Pudding; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Proof of the Pudding is hiring Line Cooks for Joliet, IL. This seasonal/part-time role focuses on preparing high-quality dishes for events at the Joliet Slammers stadium, supporting our culinary team with efficient, safe food service during game days.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year kitchen experience, a high school diploma or equivalent, and ServSafe certification or willingness to train. Join a team delivering memorable hospitality experiences at events across Chicago’s area.

Qualifications

• Education and/or Experience: 1+ year of experience working in a kitchen, experience in catering is preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• ServSafe certified or is available to receive training.

Responsibilities

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists that are created by lead culinary.
• Measuring ingredients, and seasonings.
• Preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock (HOT FOODS) to be used in the cooking process.
• Preparing simple dishes as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Maintaining the highest level of food quality with your culinary team.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas.
• Running food on game-days.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Skills

Excellent listening and communication

Verbal communication

Planning and multi-tasking

Self-motivation

Energy and enthusiasm

Teamwork

Initiative

Adaptability

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

ServSafe certification or training

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Duly Health and Care Field (Joliet) - Joliet, IL 60432Salary Range: $18.00 - $21.00 Hourly

For over four decades, Proof of the Pudding has set the standard for culinary excellence and exceptional event experiences throughout Atlanta and beyond. As we expand into the greater Chicago area, we are bringing the same innovation, excellence, and passion for hospitality that has defined our brand. From weddings and holiday parties to corporate retreats and social gatherings, our catering team delivers unforgettable events with creative menus, seamless service, and elevated design expertise.

We are currently seeking Line Cooks to join the Proof of the Pudding team at the Joliet Slammers baseball team. This position is responsible for preparing and cooking food items that result in high quality of taste and appearance to satisfy guests and maximize food revenues.

This is seasonal/part-time work as business needs are dictated by athletic events.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Setting up and sanitizing workstations.
• Following prep lists that are created by lead culinary.
• Measuring ingredients, and seasonings.
• Preparing cooking ingredients such as soup stock (HOT FOODS) to be used in the cooking process.
• Preparing simple dishes as directed by the Executive Chef.
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible.
• Assisting chefs in preparing food and attending to any culinary tasks that arise.
• Supervising food and cooling room temperatures.
• Maintaining a clean, orderly, and sanitized kitchen.
• Maintaining the highest level of food quality with your culinary team.
• Ensure proper safety and sanitation of all kitchen/food service areas.
• Running food on game-days.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QualificationsEducation and/or Experience:

• 1+ year of experience working in a kitchen, experience in catering is preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• ServSafe certified or is available to receive training.

Specialized Qualifications:

• Capable of producing a consistent product in a timely manner.
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Must understand food safety practices including, but not limited to, TCS, temperature logs, and cleaning/sanitizing.
• Planning and multi-tasking
• Self-motivated with a high energy level and strong verbal communication.
• Availability to work all home baseball games.

Work Environment

• The work environment for this position will be event operations and working throughout the culinary department located at the baseball stadium.

Uniform Requirements

• Adherence to Company Uniform Requirements outlined in the Associate Handbook, uniform requirements outlined in your orientation guidelines.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of moving through an event space, and traveling throughout the stadium
• Bending, lifting, scooping, and carrying miscellaneous equipment and food items
• Manual dexterityabletooperatecutting tools and kitchen utensils.
• Must be able to liftup-to40 pounds at times.

CORE VALUE AND COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Business Acumen-Demonstratecomprehension of the job, including policies, practices, and relationships.Possess theexpertiseand skill levels required of the job and perform with quality.
• Dedication- Dependable, reliable and followsthrough onprojects frominceptionto completion.Willing to put in as much time as necessary to complete tasks.Demonstrate a win-win attitude: “see it, own it, solve it.”
• Ethics and Integrity- Acts with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the company’s culture, values and beliefs whilemaintainingthe highest standards of professional conduct.
• Safety & Security-Observesafety and security standards.Use equipment and materials properly.Comply withsafety standards and personal protective equipment requirements.Report potential unsafe conditions or practices toappropriateperson immediately.Promote restaurant safety, cleanliness and security complianceat all times.
• Teamwork- Cooperate and be willing to work as a team player to achieve goals and tasks accurately,efficientlyandtimely.
• Communication- Communicate clearly and effectively with mutual respect, understanding and trust to fellow associates, managers,supervisorsand guests. Listen carefully to opinions and views of others; state understanding of what has been heard.
• Initiative- Contributenew ideasand suggestions to enhance productivity and efficiency.Be proactive in troubleshooting problems or issues and take action to mitigate potential problems.
• Adaptability & Planning-Possessthe ability to learn new tasks andadjustswell to new situations.Perform well under tight time schedules and pressures to change direction quickly.
• Service Orientation-Demonstratesa sense of urgency.Iswelcoming, friendly andsmileswhen visible to guests.