Cook - North Shore Steaks & Seafood

American Place Casino; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K + Employer Match

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Food and Beverage Family Meal

Voluntary Life, AD&D, & Disability保险

Job summary

American Place Casino is seeking a line cook for its fine dining steakhouse. You will be instrumental in daily preparation and service, ensuring each dish meets the highest standards of quality and consistency.

You will assist with banquet prep and maintain a clean, organized kitchen environment in walk-ins and storage areas. You will follow health and safety regulations, perform sanitation walk-throughs, and support front-of-house staff with accurate daily specials information, while adhering

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of previous fine dining cooking experience.
• Bi-lingual is a plus.
• Knowledge of health and sanitation standards.
• Proper cooking techniques and knife skills.
• Food knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve dishes in a fine dining steakhouse to high quality standards.
• Participate in daily line checks and assist with banquet prep as directed by the Chef.
• Maintain a clean, organized environment in walk-ins and storage areas.
• Follow all health and safety regulations and conduct daily sanitation walk-throughs.

Skills

Fine dining cooking

Bi-lingual

Sanitation knowledge

Cooking techniques

Food knowledge

Job description

Our mission is to be Chicagoland’s premier gaming and entertainment destination, celebrated for unparalleled hospitality and an unforgettable guest experience. We’re not just a casino; we’re a community where our team members thrive, with countless opportunities for career growth and a workplace culture centered on inclusivity and fun. As we continue to elevate our standards of excellence, we seek dynamic, coachable individuals who are passionate about hospitality and eager to grow with us. At American Place Casino, every moment is crafted to delight, every opportunity is a pathway to success.

Who WE are looking for:

The ideal cook candidate is a skilled, disciplined professional with a strong culinary foundation and a commitment to excellence. They must be detail-oriented, organized, and capable of executing precise techniques under pressure while maintaining composure and cleanliness. A deep understanding of ingredients, presentation, and timing is essential, along with a collaborative mindset and respect for the hierarchy of the kitchen. The candidate should demonstrate passion for hospitality and take pride in contributing to an elevated guest experience through consistently exceptional cuisine.

Job titles similar to this role include:

• Line Cook
• Station Cook

What is expected of YOU:

As a Line Cook in our fine dining steakhouse, you will play a key role in both daily preparation and service, ensuring each dish meets the highest standards of quality and consistency. You will participate in daily line checks, assist with banquet prep and execution to the Chef’s specifications, and help maintain a clean, organized environment in all walk-ins and storage areas. Upholding company standards, you’ll follow all health and safety regulations and take part in daily sanitation walk-throughs to ensure full compliance. Additionally, you will support front-of-house staff by providing accurate information on daily specials and be expected to follow all directives from chefs and supervisors with professionalism and attention to detail.

Experience YOU will need:

• 1-2 years of previous fine dining cooking experience is preferred
• Bi-lingual is a plus
• Knowledge of health and sanitation standards
• Proper cooking techniques and knife skills
• Food Knowledge

Physical Requirements:

• Lift up to 25 - 30 lbs
• Stand for long periods
• Navigate crowded spaces
• Flexibility in bending and reaching
• Adaptability to casino conditions, including:
  • Bright lights
  • Noise

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Able to obtain/maintain necessary licenses and/or certifications as required by local gaming regulations.
• Able to obtain/maintain Food Handlers Serv Safe certifications as required by the Lake County Health Department regulations.
• Voluntary Life, AD&D, & Disability Insurance
• 401K + Employer Match
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Food and Beverage Family Meal

Salary Range:

• $19-$30

Company Statement on EOAA:

American Place Casino is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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