Lead Cook - Elevate Menus in Fast-Paced Kitchen

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift and holiday pay

Incentive pay

Annual increases

Career growth opportunities

Medical, dental, vision options

Tuition reimbursement

Free parking

Wellness program savings plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Paid time off and holiday pay

Community involvement opportunities

Job summary

Endeavor Health in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Lead Cook to join our full-time kitchen team. You will operate grill, burners, ovens and other equipment, prepare menu items, and ensure safety, sanitation and quality in a fast-paced hospital dining environment.

Required: English proficiency, food service experience preferred, sanitation certification preferred. We offer competitive hourly pay, shift variety, benefits, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Education: Knowledge and practical experience in food service is desirable.
• Certification: Sanitation certification is preferred.
• Experience: The technical knowledge to operate commercial cooking appliances and prepare food in a commercial kitchen.

Responsibilities

• Operates grill, burners, ovens and various cooking equipment according to proper procedures.
• Prepares, seasons, deep fries, grills, broils, sautes along with employing other cooking methods.
• Observes and tests foods being cooked by tasting, smelling and piercing.
• Interacts with customers to explain and describe menu, ingredients, taste and cooking methods.
• Cleans and sanitizes workstations, counters, steam tables, char broiler, flat top and fryer daily.
• Assists in orientation and training of new employees.
• Performs duties of the Cafe Aide; adheres to hospital standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Cooking knowledge

Food safety

Education

Food service experience desirable

Tools

Sanitation certification

Job description

Endeavor Health in Arlington Heights, IL is seeking a Lead Cook to join our full-time kitchen team. You will operate grill, burners, ovens and other equipment, prepare menu items, and ensure safety, sanitation and quality in a fast-paced hospital dining environment.

Required: English proficiency, food service experience preferred, sanitation certification preferred. We offer competitive hourly pay, shift variety, benefits, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth.