Pantry

Bob-Chinn; Wheeling Township (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

BCBS Medical (PPO/HMO)

Delta Dental

EyeMed Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) plan

Illinois Paid Leave

Job summary

Bob-Chinn is seeking a dedicated Kitchen Helper to support the Kitchen Managers in a fast-paced setting in Wheeling, IL. You will assist with washing, cutting, measuring, and assembling ingredients, while maintaining cleanliness and safety in the prep area.

The role requires at least a year's culinary training or restaurant experience, the ability to work under pressure, and a willingness to take direction. Lifting up to 70 pounds and standing most of the shift are expected.

Qualifications

• At least a year's training at a culinary institute or restaurant training/experience.
• Ability to perform basic kitchen tasks and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Washes, cuts, slices, dices, and prepares fruits and vegetables for salads, desserts, or other dishes.
• Weighs or measures ingredients as directed by chefs.
• Cuts or portions servings as directed.
• Assists in unloading, inspecting, and storing incoming food and verifying packing lists.
• Assists in preparing simple menu items and handling tasks like stirring soups or sauces.
• Fills bread baskets and plates appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, and desserts.
• Keeps the kitchen clean and orderly; cleans counters, utensils, stoves, ovens, grills, and refrigerators.
• Follows all safety and health rules for sanitary food handling.

Skills

High energy work

Pressure handling

Direction following

Education

Culinary training or restaurant experience

Job description

Reporting Relationships

Position Reports To: Kitchen Manager and General Kitchen Manager
Subordinate Staff: None

Basic Functions:

To assist the Kitchen Managers by preparing ingredients, keeping kitchen clean and orderly, and by performing some of the simpler cooking functions as assigned according to the menu, which may vary from day to day.

Essential Functions:

• Washes, cuts, slices, dices, and prepares fruits and vegetable for salads, desserts, or further cooking.
• Weighs or measures ingredients as directed by chefs.
• Cuts or slices individual serving portions as directed.
• Assists in unloading, inspecting, and storing incoming food and verifying packing lists.
• Assists Kitchen Managers by preparing simple menu items and performing duties such as stirring soups or sauces, mashing or rinsing vegetables.
• Assists Kitchen Managers by filling bread baskets and plating appetizers, soups, salads, entrées, and desserts for diners.
• Keeps kitchen clean and orderly by washing counters and cooking utensils, and by cleaning stoves, ovens, grills, and refrigerators.
• Follows all safety and health rules for sanitary food handling and kitchen cleanliness.

Qualifications:

Knowledge

At least a year's training at a culinary institute or previous restaurant training and experience required. (Actual duties assigned may vary according to amount of previous training, experience, and ability.)

Skills/Aptitudes

• Ability to work in a high-energy and demanding environment.
• Works well under pressure.
• Able to take direction.

Working Guidelines

• 100% of the time standing.
• Behaves professionally and can be flexible in a changing environment.
• Must be able to carry loads greater than 35 pounds, and be able to transport up to 70 pounds regularly.
• Sufficient strength and dexterity to handle heavy pots and pans and to operate kitchen equipment.
• Command of basic English language preferred
• Must be able to hear with 100% accuracy with correction.
• Must be able to see to 20/20 vision with correction.
• Excellent attendance is required with schedule flexibility determined by business needs.

Level

Can work independently with little Supervision.

After one yr of 30+ hours worked per week (eligibility threshold) benefits are offered: BCBS Medical (PPO and HMO), Delta Dental, EyeMed Vision, Life Insurance and STD eligible on first of the month following first year anniversary. Illinois Paid Leave (Sick Pay) is accrued at the rate of 1 hour of ILPL for every 40 hours worked to a maximum accrual of 40 hours/year. 401(k) eligible at one year anniversary.