Restaurant Line Cook - Urgently Hiring

Main Event - Hoffman Estates; Hoffman Estates (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Main Event - Hoffman Estates is seeking a Restaurant Line Cook to work full time or part time in Hoffman Estates, IL. Under the direction of the culinary management team, you will execute line station items to exact recipes and plating specs while maintaining safety and sanitation.

You will set up stations, manage prep and timed orders, adapt to guest requests, and support a clean, organized kitchen. Experience in fast-paced service and ServSafe knowledge are pluses; training available.

Qualifications

• Ability to work as part of a team in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Familiarity with recipe/plate specifications and food safety practices.
• Comfort standing up to 10 hours and handling temperature changes.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all food safety and sanitation requirements.
• Produce items at station to exact recipe and plating specs.
• Meet daily productivity standards set by Kitchen Management.
• Set up station with product and utensils for service.
• Prioritize cooking and prep times to ensure timely meals.
• Accommodate guest special preparation requests when possible.
• Clean and organize work stations and storage area after shift.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Recipe execution

Food safety

Stamina

Time management

Adaptability

Stress management

ServSafe knowledge

Job description

Main Event - Hoffman Estates is looking for a full time or part time Restaurant Line Cook in Hoffman Estates, IL. As a restaurant line cook at Main Event - Hoffman Estates you will be under the direction of the culinary management team. The ideal restaurant line cook will execute all line station menu items to exact recipe/plate presentation specifications, in a safe and sanitary manner, within specific production times and consistent with the guidelines set by Main Event - Hoffman Estates.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Adhering to all food safety and workplace sanitation requirements.
• Ensures every item on station is produced to exact recipe & plating specifications.
• Meets daily productivity standards as established by Kitchen Management.
• Sets up station with sufficient product & utensils and prepares cooking & food holding equipment to ensure the station is ready for meal service.
• Prioritizes cooking & preparation times of each order to ensure timely delivery of guest meals.
• Willingly adjusts ingredients and menu item preparation standards to accommodate guest special preparation requests.
• Sets the next meal shift up for success by properly cleaning work stations, equipment & utensils, and maintaining an organized food storage area.
• Executes all position responsibilities in the spirit of proactive team work & cooperation.
• Makes sure all duties & sidework have been completed to standard at the end of their shift.
• Performs additional tasks & projects as assigned.

Helpful Competencies & Qualifications

• Ability to communicate and perform as part of a team
• Ability to memorize and replicate recipe/menu item production procedures.
• Possess the physical stamina to stand working for up to 10 hours.
• Consistently capable of meeting deadlines and production goals with limited supervision.
• Comfortable working in an environment that may experience significant temperature changes.
• Handle stressful situations in a positive and supportive manner.
• ServSafe (Food Handlers Certification) is a plus but can be obtained after starting.

We look forward to interviewing you for the full time or part time restaurant line cook position at Main Event - Hoffman Estates soon.