Line Cook II: Multi-Station Culinary Specialist

Quest Food Management Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Cook II to prepare and present menu items to Quest standards.

You will follow preparation sheets, assist in day-to-day kitchen operations, and work across multiple concept stations while maintaining food safety and quality. The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts (or equivalent experience) and at least 2 years as a line cook, plus a Food Handler certification.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a line cook.
• State and local Food Handler certification requirements.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic and understand measurements and conversions.
• Ability to follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present menu items per the provided preparation list and Menu standards.
• Accurately assemble and present all menu items.
• Follow local, state, and federal food safety guidelines (HACCP).
• Assist with sanitation of the line and kitchen; work as a team with kitchen staff.
• Maintain communication with supervisors regarding shortages and maintenance needs.
• Ensure items are prepared to standardized recipes and event needs where applicable.
• Receive and properly store kitchen deliveries and conduct daily/weekly cleaning tasks.

Skills

Food safety

Arithmetic

Recipe following

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Quest Food Management Services, Inc. in Chicago is seeking a Cook II to prepare and present menu items to Quest standards.

You will follow preparation sheets, assist in day-to-day kitchen operations, and work across multiple concept stations while maintaining food safety and quality. The role requires an Associate’s Degree in Culinary Arts (or equivalent experience) and at least 2 years as a line cook, plus a Food Handler certification.