Chicago- Line Cook
hace 6 días
Chicago
Job Description About Us We are a high-volume restaurant and pizzeria. We are seeking cooks/prep staff, preferably with experience, for full-time positions. Please respond with your resume or a list of your work experience and the phone number where you prefer to be contacted. Compensation is very competitive for the right candidate and is based on experience. Punctuality, a professional appearance, and basic knowledge of food handling are required. Happy Camper, Homeslice, or Paradise Park - Chicago - Happy Hospitality Chicago, IL Position Opening: Line Cook All candidates MUST apply directly at our restaurant anytime between 10am and 5pm Monday-Friday. Job Summary You’ll be responsible for preparing and executing our menu with consistency, care, and attention to detail, while working as part of a collaborative kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with their hands, and is excited to learn and grow within a team that cares about quality and hospitality. You’ll ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels. Responsibilities • Check all items against the recipe cards, verify that use records are followed for all items served and that food is presented in an efficient, quality manner., • Monitor the line set up prior to all meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency during meal periods., • Monitor the equipment maintenance and kitchen "clean as you go" policy to ensure strict adherence., • Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers., • Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs., • Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures., • Check parts for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up., • Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages., • Return all food items not used on the shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables., • Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes, • Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines and requirements, • Assist with maintaining cleanliness in shared spaces, including the dining room as needed, • Monitor product levels and assist with stocking and organization, • Help ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations during service, • Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing assigned items for food service, • Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices, • Assists other cooks during emergencies or rush periods, • Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices, • Assists in plating food items for service, • Cleans assigned work station areas, • Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters, • Carefully follows instructions and procedures set and communicated by the Chef Other Functions • Support dishwashing and general kitchen upkeep as needed, • Communicate clearly and work collaboratively with team members, • Maintain a positive and respectful working environment, • Interact with guests when needed and help address questions or concerns, • Assist with prep, station setup, and breakdown before, during, and after service, • Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including equipment and storage areas, • Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP. Physical Functions • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment., • Ability to withstand extremely high temperatures during an entire shift. Resilience to work with hot stovetops, pots, pans, ingredients., • Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness., • Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 50 lbs. Items include food, small equipment -75% of the time., • Periodic climbing required., • Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day., • Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day., • Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day., • Must be able to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff., • Must be able to see that product is prepared appropriately., • Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing. Qualifications/Requirements • Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting preferred, • You have an appreciation for pizza, dough, and the craft that goes into it, • You’re available to work nights, weekends, and holidays, • Must be 18 years of age or older, • Spanish speaking ability preferred Certifications Food Handlers Certification Compensation Details Compensation: $18-22/hr según la experiencia laboral Benefits Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends* 50% dining discounts during shift 25% dining discounts at other Happy Hospitality locations Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment Medical, Dental and Vision Options** Paid time off – vacation and sick** Free Uniform (Up to two branded T-Shirts) *Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing