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Wind Creek Chicago Southland
Line Cook - EDR
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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.
$32,841 / year median in Illinois
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Description Job Overview The Line Cook is responsible for the timely preparation of food items for customers according to written or printed orders. Sets up line cooking stations. Prepares menu items at proper cook stations including pantry, grill, broiler, sauté, and garde manger. Assembles food onto dishes according to written specifications, adhering to quality standards. Exercises proper handling of food items, maintain an organized work area, and maintains order in all refrigeration and storage areas. Purpose Our genuine engagement and positive energy provide guests an escape from their routine into our exciting fantasy world of fun, chance, and possibility, where everyone feels a sense of belonging and importance. Value System Our enthusiastic commitment to our purpose inspires and empowers us to do everything right, have fun, and be the best. We will be recognized fairly, elevating our levels of personal accountability, and focus on our customer. The resulting creation of wealth will grow opportunities for all. Duties And Responsibilities Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables, cheeses, cooked meats, poultry and seafood Prepares dressings, sauces, marinations, canapés, hors d'oeuvres and buffet items Handles meat, seafood, poultry and produce according to proper food-handling procedures Reads and follows recipes/specifications; Properly rotates all products Adheres to all sanitation standards in kitchen Demonstrate the ability to safely operate a variety of kitchen equipment in accordance with established safety protocols and guidelines Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards Maintain a clean and organized kitchen workspace Tests cooked foods by tasting and smelling them Ensures all station product is fresh and conforms to product specifications Memorizes and executes recipes/specifications Observes safety and security procedures; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly Reads and retains all pertinent information regarding daily promotions, food and beverage specials, property promotions, station assignments and scheduled entertainment from disseminated pre-shift information Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality Assumes special projects as needed at the direction of the immediate supervisor Other duties & responsibilities as assigned Job Requirements (Please Ensure You Meet The Listed Requirements Prior To Applying) High School diploma or GED required or currently enrolled and successfully complete a GED program within 6 months from start date as a condition of continued employment Must be eighteen (18) years of age or older Two (2) years high volume cooking experience
- required Must be able to respond to visual and audible cues Must be able to work independently and as part of a team; must be able to deal effectively with diverse departments and have flexibility to work in an ever-changing environment Demonstrated ability to interpret and communicate, in English, effectively both verbally and in writing, and understand and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram formats Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and prep list in English Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as measurements, proportions, and volumes Ability to follow directions and recipes Must successfully pass job interview, including a guest service audition While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; talk or hear and taste or smell; occasionally required to sit, reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- 12 PM Hotel Lobby
- Wind Creek Chicago Southland17300 S Halsted St, East Hazel Crest, IL 60429 Free Parking
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- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance