Shanghai Terrace Cook

HSH Group / The Peninsula Hong Kong; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly organized Line Cook to join their luxury kitchen team in Chicago. This role involves preparing exquisite Chinese cuisine while ensuring minimal waste and maintaining high presentation standards. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience in an upscale setting, showcasing strong organizational and communication skills. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to grow within a diverse multi-outlet property, contributing to memorable guest experiences in a prestigious environment. If you are passionate about culinary excellence and teamwork, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

10 vacation days per year

9 paid holiday days per year

5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year

5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year

Complimentary employee meals

Discounted parking

Discounted and complimentary room nights

50% discount on spa services

25% discount on spa retail

80% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage

Qualifications

• 1+ years of professional experience with Chinese cuisine in an upscale establishment.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare mise en place for the station and ensure minimal wastage.
• Maintain presentation standards and assist in food storage.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Creativity

Job description

The Peninsula Chicago is seeking a Line Cook who is highly organized to work with our F&B operations and create a memorable guest experience.

• Work for a luxury Five-Star Five-Diamond property in the heart of Michigan Avenue, Chicago.
• Grow within a diverse multi-outlet property.
• Exceptional health benefits package and 401(k) with company match.

Key Accountabilities:

• Responsible for the preparation of mise en place for the station.
• Ensure that there is minimal wastage and maximum use of raw materials.
• Maintain a standard of presentation of all items produced, and continually help develop new standards for the section.
• Produce the daily Kitchen requirements.
• Ensure planning and execution of production to maintain production.
• Cover other stations when supervisor is not present.
• Follow the hotel cost control policies and procedures.
• Assist in the effective storage of food items.

General Requirements:

• Must have at least 1-year professional experience with Chinese cuisine in an upscale establishment.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team, creative, motivated.

Benefits We Offer:

• 10 vacation days per year.
• 9 paid holiday days per year.
• 5 Chicago Paid Sick Leave days per year.
• 5 Chicago Paid Leave days per year.
• Complimentary employee meals.
• Discounted parking.
• Discounted and complimentary room nights at The Peninsula Hotels.
• 50% discount on spa services.
• 25% discount on spa retail.
• 80% company-paid medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Complimentary life insurance.
• Complimentary long-term disability.
• Retirement plan with 5% company match.

We are delighted to receive your resume for further consideration. To be considered for the position, you must have work authorization in the United States. The salary range for this position is $18-28 per hour, depending on experience.