Line Cook

Big Bowl - Lincolnshire; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program - Focusing

Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical 100%??

Dental & Vision Insurance

Life, Accident Protection & Critical 1

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

Job summary

Big Bowl - Lincolnshire is hiring Line Cooks to handle the preparation, production and presentation of all menu items in a fast-paced, guest-focused kitchen. You will work with a team to deliver high-quality Chinese and Thai dishes while maintaining safety and efficiency.

We offer robust benefits and a supportive work culture, with opportunities for growth in a lively, dining-focused environment. Applicants should be able to stand for long periods and work flexible hours, including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
• Maintain food safety and quality standards
• Read thermometer accurately and efficiently
• Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
• Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management when quantities fall below minimum
• Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
• Understand and follow food allergy procedure and restrictions
• Comply with safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Follow policies in Employee Handbook
• Get along with others and be a team player
• Other duties as assigned

Job description

We’re hiring people to join our team as LINE COOKS!

Line Cooks are responsible for the preparation, production and presentation of all menu items.

A Few of Our Line Cook Benefits:

• Restaurant Discounts
• Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness
• Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life, Accident Protection & Critical Illness Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 401(k)

Big Bowl is the place for authentic Chinese and Thai cuisine. Committed to using the highest quality ingredients including prime beef and fresh seafood, Big Bowl creates dishes with big and bold flavors. From the housemade curries to the dipping sauces, adults and kids alike will find something to love on the menu. Drinks include homemade ginger ale made with fresh ginger root, signature cocktails, craft beer and wine from around the globe. The fun, exciting and vibrant atmosphere of Big Bowl only adds to the experience of dining on deliciously prepared food.

Caring. Creative. Careers.

Join the Lettuce Entertain You team! Our 100+ restaurants are nationally recognized for great food and service and as great places to work. We hire and care deeply for people with creativity, passion and the drive to be the best. And we reward our teams with top notch benefits, career-long training and development and opportunities for growth. If you want a career at a progressive company with a long-standing commitment to people, join our caring and creative team.

EOE. We participate in E-Verify / Participamos en E-Verify

LINE COOK JOB DESCRIPTION

Line Cooks are responsible for the preparation, production and presentation of all menu items.

Essential Functions

• Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
• Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
• Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
• Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
• Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
• Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
• Maintain food safety and quality standards
• Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
• Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
• Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity
• Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
• Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
• Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
• Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Get along well with others and be a team player
• Other duties will be assigned as needed #CAPOST