Line Cook - TAO Restaurant Chicago

Tao Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

State Applicable Time Off

Pet Insurance

401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match

Employee Assistance Program

TAO Savings Marketplace

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Tao Group in Chicago, IL is seeking a part-time Culinary Team Member to oversee workflow in the kitchen and ensure meals are prepared on time. Responsibilities include preparing hot and cold foods, maintaining cleanliness, and following health standards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of culinary experience and be skilled in working quickly in a team environment. This role requires physical stamina and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Must be able to stand for extended periods.
• Experience as a line cook in a high-volume culinary operation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the station’s workflow, overseeing the cooking process.
• Prepare all the restaurant's foods, hot and cold.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station.

Skills

Ability to write and verbally communicate

Must be able to move quickly

Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs

Ability to handle a fast-paced, busy environment

Education

2-year culinary line cook experience

Job description

Benefits

• State Applicable Time Off
• Pet Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Program with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program
• TAO Savings Marketplace
• Employee Discounts and much more!

Responsible for the station’s workflow and ensuring meals get out on time by overseeing the cooking process from start to finish and determining how much time each step requires. Ensures quality and consistency of all food menu items, as well as demonstrates knowledge of all areas of the kitchen.

Essential Functions of the Position

• Anticipate and accommodate the needs of the guests.
• Handles all allergy and/or dietary restrictions and modifications.
• Prepare all the restaurant's foods, hot and cold. Responsible for working in all aspects of food preparation.
• Accurately follows all orders received from the POS system and/or directions from the expeditor.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of assigned station.
• Follow supervisor’s instructions, and communicate with and support co-workers, while being a team player.
• Possesses in‑depth knowledge of assigned recipes with the ability to execute them to company standards.
• Possesses general knowledge of the venue.
• Complies with Department of Health and company sanitation standards.
• Communicates product needs to the chefs and the support staff.
• Required to check cover counts, BEOs, and/or Fire Sheets.
• Properly sets up the station and performs opening/closing procedures as directed by management, including:
• Stock station with prescribed supplies.
• Sets “mise en place” following FIFO and company standards.
• Wipes down and sanitizes the station.
• Performs opening side‑work as prescribed.
• Performs closing side‑work as prescribed.
• Report all breakage, and damage to equipment or furniture immediately to management.
• Attends and participates in daily pre‑service meetings (where applicable).
• Attends and participates in any training sessions or departmental meetings.
• Learn by listening, observing other team members, and sharing knowledge while leading by example.
• Portrays a positive and professional attitude.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Tao Group Hospitality, its partners, and supporting hotel environments.
• Works as part of a team and provides help and support to all fellow team members.
• Assist and/or complete additional tasks as assigned.

Training Requirements

• Tao Group Hospitality in‑venue line cook training

Education / Work Experience

• 2‑year culinary line cook experience required.
• Experience as a line cook in a high‑volume culinary operation preferred.

Skills, Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Schedule

• Ability to write and verbally communicate
• Must be able to move quickly
• Must be able to push and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Work in an environment that is subject to varying levels of noise, crowds, and smoke, the severity of which depends upon the guest volume
• Office, Casino, Nightclub, Bar, Lounge, and/or Restaurant working Environment
• Exposure to hot kitchen elements or cleaning materials
• May work extended hours, irregular shifts, evening and/or weekend shifts, and holiday work may be required
• Maintain a professional, neat, and well‑groomed appearance, adhering to Company standards
• Must be effective as part of a team; ability to interact with internal and external customers, managers, and co‑workers in a professional, courteous manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to handle a fast‑paced, busy, and somewhat stressful environment

Job Details

• Job Identification: 8729
• Job Category: Culinary Team Member
• Job Schedule: Part time
• Location: 632 N Dearborn St, Chicago, IL, 60610, US