Line Cook

Bon Appétit Management Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate cooks to join their team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a supportive environment where you can enjoy a better work-life balance. With competitive wages and a commitment to sustainability, you'll be part of a team that values quality and responsibility in food preparation. If you have a love for cooking and want to make a difference while enjoying holidays and weekends with your family, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Join a company that prioritizes both its employees and the quality of their food!

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan

Health and Wellness Programs

Commuter Benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Experience in a professional kitchen environment is essential.
• Knowledge of safe food handling procedures is important.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Organization

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary Degree

Job description

Job Details:

Bon Appetit is looking for cooks who have solid experience cooking in a professional work environment.

Do you love cooking but are tired of the grind?

Would you like to spend holidays and most weekends with your family?

Do you want your life back?

Come and work with a company that cares as much about the team as we do about cooking great food! We appreciate our employees by offering higher than market wages.

Are you looking for a career with competitive wages and benefits, where you can learn and grow while making a difference? We’re hiring! Bon Appétit Management Company operates over 1,000 cafés across the country for corporations, universities, museums, and public restaurants. We lead the industry in socially and environmentally responsible sourcing, using sustainable seafood, cage-free eggs, and cooking everything from scratch with fresh, local ingredients.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Prepare high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery, and service schedules.
2. Serve meals or prepare for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring food is at the correct temperature, and is attractive and tasty. Taste all prepared food items.
3. Use established ticket collection procedures during service. Responsible for records from the area worked during service periods.
4. Clean the kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Store or discard excess food according to safe food-handling procedures.
5. Keep refrigerators and storerooms clean and organized. Ensure food and supply items are stored per standards.
6. Operate and maintain kitchen equipment as instructed.
7. Assist in production planning, record keeping, and reporting as required.
8. Assist in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
9. Report needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
10. Attend in-service and safety meetings.
11. Maintain good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
12. Perform job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits:

Both full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and the Choice Auto and Home Program

In addition, full-time positions also offer:

• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)