Prep Cook Line Cook

Emmett's Brewing Company; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A local brewing company located in Palatine is seeking an experienced Line Cook to prepare and cook a variety of dishes for restaurant guests. The ideal candidate should have previous cooking experience, a ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification, and strong communication skills. This position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities while contributing to a friendly team atmosphere. Opportunities for professional growth are available.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred.
• Must be willing to attain ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a team atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas to ensure safe food-handling practices.
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by tracking stock.
• Regulate temperatures of cooking equipment.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to lift 30+ lbs

Ability to work standing for 8+ hours

Education

ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification

Workplace sexual harassment certificate

Job description

Overview

Line Cook – Reports To Chef

We are looking for an experienced Cook to join our team! You will be preparing and cooking a variety of dishes for restaurant guests to enjoy.

You are passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences through good, quality food.

With previous experience as a cook, you are able to manage multiple priorities and contribute to a friendly and productive team atmosphere. Ideally, you have your ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices
• Ensure freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Turn or stir foods to ensure even cooking
• Respond to guest feedback with appropriate urgency and professionalism

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a restaurant cook preferred
• ServeSafe or Food Handler’s certification (or must be willing to attain)
• A work place sexual harassment certificate
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs
• Ability to work standing for 8+ hours