Line Cook- Vu Rooftop

The Swill Inn; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the culinary field is seeking experienced Line Cooks to join their dynamic team in a bustling restaurant environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring that every dish meets the high standards of quality and presentation expected by guests. You will be responsible for preparing meals, maintaining your station, and adhering to health and safety regulations. If you thrive in fast-paced settings and have a passion for culinary excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team that values quality, teamwork, and guest satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to comply with nutrition and allergy regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain sanitation standards and stock inventory.

Skills

Communication Skills

Multi-tasking

Food Safety Compliance

Education

Food Handlers Certificate

Job description

A Line Cook is the backbone of our entire operation. We are looking for experienced Line Cooks to join our growing team and help prepare meals according to our standardized recipes. In this position, your principal goal will be to prepare high-quality meals that meet the Chef's exact specifications, while doing so in a fast-paced environment and busy restaurant. You will be responsible for setting up your station, stocking inventory and maintaining sanitation standards. To be successful in this role, the ideal candidate will possess excellent communication and multi-tasking skills. Ultimately, you will play an essential role in contributing to our Guest satisfaction and restaurant growth.

Essential Functions:

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary mise en place
• Answer, report, and follow instructions from Executive Chef, Sous Chef and/or kitchen Managers
• Prepare food for service
• Cook menu items in compliance with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Keep a positive and professional approach with coworkers
• Make sure that food comes out simultaneously with great quality and in a timely manner
• Comply with nutrition and allergy regulations and standards
• Help with preparation of pizza dough and other prep if needed
• Must pass/take a Food Handlers Certificate within two weeks of hire date

Other Functions:

• Be available to fill in as needed to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed by the restaurant manager or immediate supervisor
• Comply with health and food safety standards, restocking items and sanitation

Physical Functions:

• Ability to stand/walk a minimum of 8 hours or as needed
• Must be able to exert well-paced and frequent mobility for periods of up to 8 hours or as needed
• Be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently
• Will frequently reach, bend, stoop, carry, climb stairs, finely manipulate and key in data
• Return unused items after service to the correct inventory location
• Work in both warm and cool environments
• Must be able to tolerate potential allergens: peanut products, egg, dairy, gluten, soy, seafood and shellfish