Onboard Line Cook — Cruise Kitchen Pro

Hornblower Corp; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Hornblower Group's City Cruises Chicago is seeking a Cook II/Line Cook to join our onboard dining team. You will prepare dishes, assist with production, and ensure timely, high-quality service on a moving vessel.

Responsibilities include following recipes, collaborating with sous chefs and other cooks, maintaining safety and sanitation, and adapting to a fast-paced environment while delivering hospitality to guests and crew alike.

Qualifications

• At least two (2) year previous kitchen experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Energetic and enthusiastic personality essential.
• Must possess a service orientation – actively looking for ways to help others.
• Will work for extended periods without sitting.
• The nature of the work may be strenuous, and the work environment may be warm.
• Required to lift and move heavy items such as cases of provisions and large containers of prepared foods.
• Will be required to be available for work on all major holidays.
• Must meet minimum state age requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional hospitality to coworkers and guests as prescribed in our RESPECT service system (RSS).
• Collaborate with the culinary team, including sous chefs and other line cooks, to ensure precise and efficient food preparation according to established recipes and standards.
• Work efficiently and effectively in a fast-paced kitchen environment, managing multiple orders simultaneously while adhering to established cooking times.
• Maintain attention to detail in all food preparation stages, ensuring that each dish meets our rigorous quality and taste standards.
• Manages leftover foods correctly; cover, label, date, and accurately store according to company standards.
• Adhere strictly to food safety and sanitation regulations, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen workspace.
• Embrace opportunities for skill development and learning, working collaboratively with the team to continually improve culinary techniques and knowledge.
• Maintain uniform and personal grooming in compliance with appearance standards.
• Additional job duties as assigned.

Skills

Service orientation

Energetic personality

Long hours tolerance

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Kitchen experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hornblower Group's City Cruises Chicago is seeking a Cook II/Line Cook to join our onboard dining team. You will prepare dishes, assist with production, and ensure timely, high-quality service on a moving vessel.

Responsibilities include following recipes, collaborating with sous chefs and other cooks, maintaining safety and sanitation, and adapting to a fast-paced environment while delivering hospitality to guests and crew alike.