Skilled Lead Cook for Brewery & Distillery

Coma Coffee Roasters; Collinsville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Herald Brewery & Distillery in Collinsville, IL, is seeking a kitchen team member responsible for on-time preparation of made-to-order menu items and event-focused duties. The role emphasizes creativity, teamwork, and a strong commitment to sanitation.

Ideal candidates will haveExperience in a fast-paced kitchen, and a passion for food, with the ability to cook to order and support daily prep and private events with professionalism.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing made-to-order menu items.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Commitment to sanitation practices and food safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare on-time made-to-order menu items and support daily prep list.
• Assist with private events and pairing dinners.
• Report to the chef or kitchen manager; maintain high sanitation standards.

Skills

Cooking

Food prep

Job description

About us

Old Herald Brewery & Distillery is an award winning and growing brewery and distillery in the heart of the metro east featuring one of the most unique dining and entertainment environments in the country. We are family owned and located in Collinsville, IL. featuring an outdoor ampitheater, patio, private event spaces and large dining/tasting room celebrating the newspaper printing history of the space.

Old Herald attracts many travelers due to Collinsville's many hotel rooms, close proximity to downtown St. Louis, World Wide Technology Racetrack, Fairmount Park/FanDuel Sportsbook, Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville, Route 66 and the World's Largest Catsup Bottle.

The Old Herald Guest Experience features:

• A award winning beer and spirits including Horseradish Vodka (Collinsville is horseradish capital of the wold), Agave Spirits, Bourbon, Gin, Vodka and "Mississippi River Rum"
• One of the most unique hospitality settings in the US
• Growth opportunities and profit sharing
• Lively atmosphere

ABOUT THIS POSITION:

This position includes prepping / cooking a variety of the different food products included in our menu and daily prep list.

Although experience is required, we expect that every member of our team will continue to learn & adapt. We expect our team to have positive and teachable attitudes at all times.

You will be responsible for on time preparation of made to order menu items, private events and pairing dinners.

Ideal candidates are passionate about food, creative, and also have the ability to cook food to order.

You will report to the chef or kitchen manager and also be responsible for excellent sanitation practices and other food/kitchen related duties.

We look forward to meeting you!