Shanghai Terrace Cook

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

Job summary

A leading luxury hotel is seeking a Line Cook to join their culinary team at The Peninsula Chicago. The ideal candidate has experience in Chinese cuisine, possesses strong organizational skills, and is dedicated to producing high-quality dishes in an upscale environment. This role offers the opportunity to grow within a multi-outlet property while benefitting from a comprehensive health package and other employee perks.

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 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

Qualifications

• At least 1-year professional experience with Chinese cuisine in an upscale establishment.
• Must have excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the preparation of mise en place for the station.
• Ensure minimal wastage and maximum use of raw materials.
• Maintain a standard of presentation for all items produced.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Creativity

Motivation

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-yearprofessional 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. As we anticipate a large number of applications, we look forward to connecting with candidates that meet our various role qualifications. 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.