Salad Cook

Corner Bakery; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Salad Cook to join their team. In this role, you will prepare a variety of food items, ensuring quality and consistency while adhering to safety protocols. This position offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic kitchen environment, where your skills in food preparation and time management will shine. If you have a passion for food and enjoy working in a collaborative setting, this could be the perfect role for you. Join a company that values its employees and provides opportunities for growth in the culinary field.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 3 months' experience in food preparation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items to specifications within a specified time limit.
• Maintain food safety procedures and assist with deliveries.

Skills

Food Preparation

Knife Safety

Time Management

English Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Oven

Stove

Job description

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

**Job Tasks and Responsibilities**
- Uses oven and stove to prepare food.
- Cleans produce.
- Prepares food (soups, salads, desserts, beverages, etc.) to specifications within a specified time limit.
- Understands and follows food and knife safety procedures.
- Assists with receiving deliveries, stocking ingredients, and rotating products.
- Performs deep cleaning.
- Keeps track of waste items and maintains specified food portions.
- Maintains familiarity with current and new recipes.
- 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 same.
- Ability to complete CBC driver training, pass a Motor Vehicle Report (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 facility; restaurant or retail experience preferred.
- Ability to understand English (read, speak, write).

**Additional Info**
- We are an Equal Opportunity / E-Verify Employer.
- We follow all Ban the Box and Fair Chance hiring guidelines per federal and local laws.