Line Cook 1 - Arrowhead Golf Course - Part-Time

Wheaton Park District; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

IMRF pension and paid time off

Free fitness center, pools, mini golf,

Cosley Zoo access for employees

Job summary

Wheaton Park District is seeking a Line Cook 1 at Arrowhead Golf Course for a part-time role. You will prepare foods according to established recipes and safety standards in a fast-paced kitchen, and support banquet and restaurant service.

Responsibilities include setting up and breaking down the kitchen, operating multiple stations, and maintaining sanitation and safety compliance. Minimum one year of kitchen experience and a food handlers certificate are required.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least one (1) year of kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of professional cooking, knife handling, and sanitation guidelines.
• Must understand English (verbal and written directions).
• Must maintain safety with all major kitchen equipment and have food sanitation certification.

Responsibilities

• Set up kitchen before shift and tear down at end of day.
• Operate griddle, deep fryer, and cold station (salads/desserts).
• Ensure safe, sanitary handling and maintain food prep areas.
• Follow recipes to ensure consistency using ovens, mixers, slicers, kettles, and microwaves.
• Follow check and prep lists to maintain proper par levels.
• Assist in prep of vegetables and condiments for shifts.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients as per recipes.
• Clean and sanitize equipment and stations on schedule.
• Plate, garnish, and portion food items for servers.
• Cook orders including special requests and buffets as needed.
• Comply with HACCP, IDPH, and OSHA safety regulations.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Multi-tasking

Calm under pressure

English proficiency

Education

Food handlers certification

Tools

Oven

Mixer

Slicer

Stock kettle

Microwave

Job description

Line Cook 1 - Arrowhead Golf Course - Part-Time

This is a fast-paced position involving preparation of food in accordance with the established recipes and industry standards at Arrowhead Restaurant & Bar. Ensure that services are conducted and fulfilled in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the Wheaton Park District.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least one (1) year of kitchen experience. Must have knowledge of professional cooking and knife handling skills; knowledge of safety and food handling guidelines and procedures; knowledge of local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws; and food sanitation certificate. Must be able to understand verbal and written directions in English. Must understand the proper use and maintenance of all major kitchen equipment including stoves, refrigeration, slicer, knives, and dish machine. Must have great organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills. Must be able to multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Set up kitchen before shift and/or tear down at end of day.
• Operate the following workstations in the kitchen: griddle, deep fryer, cold side (salads and desserts).
• Inspect and maintain food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices and dispose of any trash.
• Follow established recipes to ensure consistency and quality standards using all necessary kitchen equipment including but not limited to, oven mixer, slicer, stock kettle, and microwave.
• Follow established check lists, prep lists, and order forms to ensure proper par levels and product quality.
• Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Participate in the cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment and stations, maintaining a cleaning schedule.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption in accordance with established recipes for both restaurants and banquets.
• Portion, plate and garnish warm and cold food items and place food in area for servers.
• Cook orders as requested, including special requests for the restaurant or banquet kitchen as needed.
• Follow established procedures for cooling, portioning, labeling and storing of bulk recipes.
• Execute restaurant and event plate ups and buffet items according to time constraints.
• Follow all sanitation and safety regulations as directed by IDPH and OSHA as well as HACCP procedures and practices.
• Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment
• Communication any product runouts, equipment issues and quality of service.
• Meet dress and grooming standards by maintaining a professional appearance.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area to prevent food borne illness.
• Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.

Must have and maintain: food handlers certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Muse be able to: continuously stand and make repetitive movements with arms and hands; have good eye/hand coordination; frequently position one’s self to reach below waist and over shoulders and grasp and use fine finger manipulation when working with knives, food and cookware; and occasionally move items such as bags of vegetables, plates/pans, water buckets, hotbox on wheels, etc. weighing up to 50 lbs. and sometimes over 50 lbs. with assistance.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: continuously work on wet, slippery surfaces; frequently work around fumes, gases, odors, and smoke; and occasionally on grease or oil.

HOURS

25-28 per week, shifts vary (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays)

• This position is IMRF pension and paid time off benefit eligible.
• Free use of fitness center, two pools, mini golf, and entrance to Cosley Zoo for employee.

SALARY

Looking to hire at $19.00 per hour

SALARY RANGE

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$18.40 - $23.00 - $27.59

The Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V