Line Cook

Eataly; Illinois; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits in a vibrant culinary environment where creativity meets tradition! As a Line Cook, you will play a crucial role in transforming fresh, high-quality ingredients into authentic Italian dishes. This position offers the chance to work in a dynamic, high-volume kitchen, collaborating with talented chefs to deliver exceptional dining experiences. If you have a passion for Italian cuisine and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this role is perfect for you. Join a team that values quality, teamwork, and a love for food, while enjoying a range of benefits including medical insurance, paid time off, and daily family meals!

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

401K with match

Bonus program

Free family meal daily

Discounts at Eataly

Classes on products and Italian cuisine

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• 2+ years in food preparation with good knife skills required.
• Culinary arts degree preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Transform high-quality ingredients into authentic Italian dishes.
• Follow recipes and maintain quality standards in food preparation.

Skills

Knife Skills

Food Preparation

Cooking Techniques

Plating and Presentation

Education

Culinary Arts Degree

Tools

Commercial Kitchen Equipment

Stand Mixers

Ovens

Job description

Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

Job Description

A Line Cook transforms high-quality, unique ingredients into authentic Italian dishes through preparing, cooking and plating food items in Eataly’s exciting, high-volume, open kitchens. Reports to the Sous Chef Manager or Chef de Cuisine.

• Portions, cuts, slices, dips, batters, breads, whips, beats, maintains holding temperature, fries and sautés
• Selects cuts of meat, poultry, shellfish, fish, game or vegetables to be used for frying or sautéing
• Plates menu items along with appropriate garnish
• Follows recipes and complies with portion sizes, quality standards, department rules and procedures, and Department of Health regulations
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

• 2+ years in a food preparation position
• Degree from a culinary arts training program preferred
• Good knife skills and finger dexterity to use small tools and utensils adeptly

Compensation: This position pays a base rate of $19 - $21 per hour.

Job Requirements

• Availability to work onsite with a flexible schedule often including evenings, weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours, including standing, walking, bending and squatting
• Ability to work with commercial equipment including stand mixers, ovens, torches, etc.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K with match or RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history and criminal background/conviction history in making hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.