Salad Cook

Corner Bakery; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading restaurant chain is seeking a Salad Cook to prepare food items under the direction of the store manager. The role involves using kitchen equipment, ensuring food safety, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or equivalent and some experience in food preparation. Join a dynamic team where you can grow your culinary skills in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand, read, speak, and write English.
• Preferably at least 3 months' experience in a food preparation environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items under the direction of the store manager.
• Uses oven and stove to prepare food.
• Cleans produce and maintains food portions.

Skills

Food Safety

Time Management

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

The Salad Cook prepares food items under the direction of the store manager.

Job Tasks and Responsibilities

1. Uses oven and stove to prepare food.
2. Cleans produce.
3. Prepares food (soups, salads, desserts, beverages, etc.) to specifications within a specified time limit.
4. Understanding and following food and knife safety procedures.
5. Assists with receiving deliveries, stocking ingredients, and rotating products.
6. Performs deep cleaning duties.
7. Tracks waste items and maintains specified food portions.
8. Maintains familiarity with new and current recipes.
9. Uses recipe builders and specifications provided daily to ensure consistency of served products.

Secondary Functions

Custodial duties as required.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent, or in pursuit of the same.
• Ability to complete CBC driver training, pass an MVR according to CBC standards, and maintain a valid driver's license with insurance (current or when eligible to drive for CBC).
• State Foodhandler card/ServSafe certification as applicable.
• Preferably at least 3 months' experience in a food preparation environment; restaurant or retail experience preferred.
• Ability to understand, read, speak, and write English.

Additional Information

We are an Equal Opportunity / E-Verify Employer and follow all Ban the Box and Fair Chance hiring laws.

Job Industries

• Food & Restaurant

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Restaurants