Line Cook

Wet Willie's; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Bolingbrook, Illinois is looking for a skilled cook to join our team. The role involves preparing specialty foods such as pizzas and sandwiches while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety. Candidates should have a High School diploma or GED and at least one year of experience in a fine dining or casual dining restaurant. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for managing multiple priorities effectively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in fine dining hospitality and/or casual dining restaurant.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift 25 lbs.
• Ability to bend, climb, or work in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Clean food preparation areas and cooking surfaces.
• Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Effective communication skills

Organizational and time management skills

Judgment and problem-solving skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer, working on several different orders simultaneously.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
• Measure ingredients required for specific food items being prepared.
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment such as grills, deep fryers, or pizza ovens.
• Prepare specialty foods such as pizzas, fish and chips, sandwiches, and tacos, following specific methods that usually require short preparation time.
• Read food order slips or receive verbal instructions as to food required by patron, and prepare and cook food according to instructions.
• Verify that prepared food meets requirements for quality and quantity.
• Wash, cut, and prepare foods designated for cooking.
• Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in fine dining hospitality and/or casual dining restaurant
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to stand for long period so time, lift 25 lbs., and bend, climb or work in confined spaces
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
• You must have organizational and time management skills and demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision making skills