Line Cook — Banquets, Room Service & Kitchen Prep

Viceroy Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Employee assistance program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement

Jury duty leave

Job summary

Viceroy Hotels in Chicago seeks a skilled cook to prepare menu items across restaurants, room service, and banquets. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, prepping stations, and displaying buffet items to standard.

Knowledge of safe handling, storage, and sanitation is essential, with the ability to support multiple kitchen roles as needed. The role requires culinary experience, menu knowledge, and flexibility with hours.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience is required or preferred.
• Flexible, long hours may be necessary.
• Ability to stand during the entire shift.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Thorough knowledge of hotel menus and prep requirements.
• Proficiency in common cooking techniques and flavor pairings.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all storage areas.
• Prepare and display buffet items according to hotel standards.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and sanitation of food.
• Support kitchen station needs during banquets and events.
• Prepare food for restaurant, room service, and employee cafeteria.

Skills

Culinary experience

Flexible hours

Stand during shift

Food safety knowledge

Menu knowledge

Herbs and spices

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Viceroy Hotels in Chicago seeks a skilled cook to prepare menu items across restaurants, room service, and banquets. Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, prepping stations, and displaying buffet items to standard.

Knowledge of safe handling, storage, and sanitation is essential, with the ability to support multiple kitchen roles as needed. The role requires culinary experience, menu knowledge, and flexibility with hours.