Sauté Cook — High-Volume Kitchen Pro

HMSHost; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Meal benefits

Transportation benefits

401(k) match

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Career growth

Job summary

HMSHost in Chicago is seeking a Saute Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare sautés, manage stations, and communicate ticket times to ensure high-quality, timely service for guests and staff.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of cooking experience in a high-volume or fast-casual setting, knowledge of HACCP, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs; this role offers training and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Food preparation skills and HACCP knowledge required.
• At least 1 year of cooking experience in a high-volume/fast casual environment.
• Knowledge of soups, sauté, broiler, fry and pantry.
• Ability to read, speak and comprehend instructions and policy documents.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, stand, bend and twist.

Responsibilities

• Follows recipes and prepares items across stations including soups and proteins.
• Communicates ticket times and issues to managers and servers.
• Maintains cleanliness and sanitation of work stations.
• Adheres to HACCP food safety standards.
• Operates kitchen equipment and handles ingredients safely.

Skills

Food prep

HACCP knowledge

Reading comprehension

Communication

Physical stamina

Tools

Kitchen equipment operation

Job description

HMSHost in Chicago is seeking a Saute Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare sautés, manage stations, and communicate ticket times to ensure high-quality, timely service for guests and staff.

The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of cooking experience in a high-volume or fast-casual setting, knowledge of HACCP, and the ability to lift up to 40 lbs; this role offers training and career growth opportunities.