Line Cook

Wet Willie's; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Wet Willie's in Naperville, Illinois, is seeking a skilled cook to manage food preparation and maintain high sanitation standards. The ideal candidate will have at least 1 year of experience in fine or casual dining, possess effective communication skills, and be capable of handling multiple priorities. Responsibilities include cooking various specialty items, operating large-volume cooking equipment, and ensuring food quality. This position offers an engaging environment with opportunities for personal growth.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Clean food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
• Cook the exact number of items ordered by each customer.
• Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards.
• Measure ingredients for food items being prepared.
• Operate large-volume cooking equipment.
• Prepare specialty foods such as pizzas and sandwiches.

Skills

Ability to handle multiple priorities

Effective communication skills

Organizational skills

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