Line Cook

Midtown Athletic Clubs; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401k

Dining Discounts

Wellness Program

Job summary

Midtown Athletic Clubs in Chicago is seeking talented Full-time and Part-Time Line Cooks to enhance our stellar restaurant experience. You’ll prepare and artfully plate delicious meals, while maintaining a safe and sanitary kitchen and supporting the broader F&B team.

Ideal candidates are passionate about cooking, able to stand long hours and lift up to 50 pounds, with two years of cooking experience. ServSafe certification is a plus. Compensation ranges $20–$22 per hour, based on experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Two years of cooking experience preferred.
• Knowledge of health-safety guidelines (DOH) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate meals with presentation in mind.
• Follow established recipes and presentation standards.
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas.
• Assist with catering events and daily prep work.
• Support other F&B team members as needed.
• Adhere to safety and sanitation guidelines.

Skills

Food preparation

Cooking

Tools

ServSafe certification

Job description

Midtown is looking for talented Full time & Part Time Line Cooks to enhance our stellar restaurant experience.

What You’ll Do

Our Line Cooks are the artists and heart of our restaurants. They are motivated and passionate about helping others eat delicious and clean, convenient food. As an integral part of our F&B team, you’ll be preparing and artfully plating delicious meal options, while maintaining a safe & sanitary workspace.

Why You’ll Love It

• You’ll be joining a team that takes “collaboration” to another level. We work together to support all aspects of the food & beverage experience and we don’t hesitate to step outside our comfort zones to help one another be successful. This is a unique learning opportunity for you to become familiar with multiple areas of the business, including fitness, racquet sports, and spa.
• https://careers.midtown.com/about-us/benefits/

What Your Days Will Look Like

• Quickly and efficiently preparing food orders with pride
• Follow established recipes and presentation standards
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas to promote a safe and enjoyable member experience
• Assisting with periodic catering events
• Assist with daily food prep work
• Must be able to stand for up to extended periods and able to lift up to 50 pounds

You’d Be a Great Fit If You…

• Are passionate about preparing and cooking delicious meals for others
• Have excellent professional references
• Have a passion for helping others
• Display Kindness
• Bring optimism to work each day
• Are relentless about showing pride in your work, every day
• A willingness to listen to constructive feedback and apply it moving forward
• Understand the importance of complying with Department of Health-sanitary guidelines
• Have the ability to work gracefully and quickly under pressure

Bonus Points If You Have

• At least two years of food preparation and cooking experience
• Teamwork and collaboration as part of your DNA
• Current ServSafe certification (food handler & allergen)
• An insatiable desire to deliver exceptionally consistent and meticulously prepared food & beverages as their language of hospitality.

The Other Stuff

Our line cook team is on time and ready to deliver our best work. We anticipate problems and do our best to take preventative measures for our members. At times, we host member events that include the food & beverage department.

We would hate to miss out on your application because you do not meet every requirement – transferrable skills and education will also be considered, so please do not hesitate to apply!

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts, Wellness Program

Compensation: $20–$22 per hour, depending on experience.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.