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Wind Creek; Hazel Crest, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Wind Creek Hospitality in Hazel Crest, IL, is seeking a Line Cook to prepare and plate menu items with precision. You will set up line stations (pantry, grill, broiler, sauté, garde manger), follow recipes, and ensure quality while maintaining an organized, sanitary kitchen.

Applicants should have 2+ years of high-volume cooking experience, be able to read English recipes, and pass Serve Safe sanitation training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or in progress with completion within 6 months.
• Two years of high-volume cooking experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow recipes and prep lists in English.
• Serve Safe Sanitation training required.

Responsibilities

• Slice, dice, and chop fruits, vegetables, and proteins.
• Prepare and cook items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Rotate products and maintain sanitation across all kitchen areas.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and report unsafe conditions.
• Keep a clean, organized workstation and follow daily promotions.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Teamwork

English communication

Safe food handling

Education

GED or higher

Serve Safe Sanitation training

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Recipe reading

Job description

Native American Indian Preference in hiring policy is adhered to at all times; Wind Creek Hospitality does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender or religious orientation. Drug Free Workplace Policy.

Complaints about the recruitment or selection process for employment should be directed in writing to office of the President and CEO of Wind Creek Hospitality Authority.

Description

Job Overview:

The Line Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of food items for customers according to written or printed orders. Sets up line cooking stations. Prepares menu items at proper cook stations including pantry, grill, broiler, sauté, and garde manger. Assembles food onto dishes according to written specifications, adhering to quality standards. Exercises proper handling of food items, maintain an organized work area, and maintains order in all refrigeration and storage areas.

Purpose:

Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance.

Value System:

Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best.We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer.The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables, cheeses, cooked meats, poultry and seafood
• Handles meat, seafood, poultry and produce according to proper food-handling procedures
• Reads and follows recipes/specifications; Properly rotates all products
• Adheres to all sanitation standards in kitchen
• Demonstrate the ability to safely operate a variety of kitchen equipment in accordance with established safety protocols and guidelines
• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace
• Tests cooked foods by tasting and smelling them
• Ensures all station product is fresh and conforms to product specifications
• Memorizes and executes recipes/specifications
• Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly
• Reads and retain all pertinent information regarding daily promotions, food and beverage specials, property promotions, station assignments and scheduled entertainment from disseminated pre-shift information
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality
• Assumes special projects as needed at the direction of the immediate supervisor
• Other duties & responsibilities as assigned

Job Requirements: (please ensure you meet the listed requirements prior to applying)

• High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older
• Two (2) years high volume cooking experience- required
• Must be able to respond to visual and audible cues
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team; must be able to deal effectively with diverse departments and have flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate, in English, effectively both verbally and in writing, and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats
• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and prep list in English
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as measurements, proportions, and volumes
• Ability to follow directions and recipes
• Must successfully pass job interview, including a guest service audition
• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear and taste or smell; occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to hot, wet and/or humid (indoor) conditions and hot liquids and surfaces. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to deal effectively with diverse departments and have flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment
• Ability to adequately and successfully perform all aspects of this position
• Must possess a high level of maturity, dependability, and punctuality
• Must successfully complete Serve Safe Sanitation training
• Willing to travel and participate in training as recommended or required
• Must have an Occupational License (or the ability to obtain and maintain a license) pursuant to the Illinois Gaming Act and remain in good standing with the Illinois Gaming Board as a requirement for this position

Base Pay:

• Compensation: $18.45-22.75 per hour, with starting pay based on factors such as experience, qualifications, and skills.
• Benefits: Eligible full-time employees may choose from a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). Additional benefits include an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), paid time off, a 401(k) plan with company match, shift differential pay, and discretionary quarterly bonus opportunities.