Prep Cook

Avli Restaurant; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent restaurant in Chicago is seeking both full-time and part-time prep cooks to join their culinary team. Ideal candidates will possess a positive attitude, punctuality, and a passion for learning culinary techniques. Responsibilities include setting up stations, preparing food for the daily menu, and maintaining high culinary standards. A flexible schedule is required as shifts may include weekends. Join a dynamic restaurant environment where creativity and passion for Greek cuisine thrive.

Qualifications

• Positive attitude and punctuality are essential.
• Experience working in kitchens preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and prep lists.

Responsibilities

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare food items for daily menu and specials.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications.
• Restock items as needed throughout shift.
• Clean and maintain station ensuring safety and sanitation.
• Assist with cleaning and organization of kitchen areas.

Skills

Positive attitude

Punctuality

Experience working in kitchens

Experience following prep lists and recipes

Desire to learn culinary techniques

Maintain high culinary standard

Safety and sanitation skills

Job description

Job Details

Avli is looking for a full-time and part-time prep cook.

Summary

Avli Restaurants are creative Greek, where tradition meets contemporary elegance and guests experience our core philosophies of Philoxenia (hospitality), Kefi (joy), and Meraki (passion).

We welcome you to live and enjoy life through our classic and contemporary Greek dishes, lively beverage program, and an ambience that reflects life in Greece.

Our ideal candidate will have the following skills:

• Positive attitude
• Punctuality
• Experience working in kitchens
• Experience following prep lists and recipes
• Desire to learn culinary techniques
• Maintain high culinary standard
• Daily set and prepare station

Job Duties:

• Set up station according to restaurant guidelines.
• Prepare all food items for the daily menu and specials in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications as set by the restaurant.
• Restock items as needed throughout shift.
• Clean and maintain station in practicing good safety, sanitation, organizational skills.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.
• May perform other duties as assigned.

Job Schedule:

Must be available to work various hours, days, and shifts, including weekends.