Cook - Part Time

Elkgroveparks; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Elk Grove Park District is seeking a kitchen worker to assist cooks in preparing menu items for customers, with a focus on prompt, courteous service and compliance with health codes.

You will follow recipes, stock stations, present dishes, work with servers to ensure accuracy and timeliness, and maintain hygiene standards. This role requires lifting up to 50 pounds and flexibility for nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Food handler certification required.
• Knowledge of health and safety precautions.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Experience with grill/fryer operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items in collaboration with cooks to meet health codes.
• Follow recipes with accurate measuring and mixing.
• Stock and set up kitchen stations for service.
• Prepare food, including cutting, cooking, and assembling dishes.
• Present, garnish, and arrange final plates.
• Coordinate with servers to complete orders on time.
• Maintain kitchen hygiene and equipment cleanliness.
• Adhere to safety and health department regulations.
• Ensure equipment is clean and working properly.
• Clean all utensils and surfaces at end of shift.
• Filter fryer oil daily and manage grease traps.
• Check stock levels and advise on supplies as needed.
• Work safely and in accordance with district policies.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Food handler certification

Ability to lift up to 50 pounds

Team collaboration

18+ years old

TB test results

Good safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hiring Range: $19.00 - $20.00

Hours: Nights and Weekends

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Kitchen Manager, responsible to work with cooks to prepare all menu items for customers with prompt and courteous attention in accordance with health codes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Ensure ingredients and final products are fresh
• Follow recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients
• Assisting with stocking and setting up the kitchen stations
• Preparing food including cleaning and cutting the ingredients and cooking main dishes, desserts, appetizers and snacks
• Present, garnish and arrange final dishes
• Working with servers to ensure that orders are completed according to request and on times
• Ensuring that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations
• Must adhere to all safety and health department rules and regulations.
• Responsible for ensuring all equipment is clean and in good working condition.
• Responsible for thoroughly cleaning all equipment, utensils, and surfaces at the end of the day and as needed.
• Responsible for filtering oil in the fryer daily, replacing when needed, and checking/cleaning grease traps.
• Responsible for verifying upcoming events and checking stock quantities for adequate supplies. If supplies are needed, advise the manager of needed supplies.
• Perform the job safely and in compliance with district policies, procedures, work and safety rules.
• Be familiar with the safe operation of any equipment necessary in accomplishing required tasks.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS

• Subject to modified/flexible work schedule.
• General work area is indoors, in a smoke-free environment with controlled temperature and fluorescent lighting.
• Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds
• Ability to lift and move over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Exposure to mild cleaning materials.
• Must work closely with co-workers.
• Able to work under stressful situations and the ability to respond quickly when the need occurs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Current TB test results.
• Food handler certification
• Good knowledge of pertinent safety precautions.
• Ability to maintain positive and effective working relationships with other employees.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of a high school diploma.
• Background in grill operation including fryer upkeep and maintenance and food preparation skills.

Elk Grove Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Summary of Benefits