Cook - Corporate Catering (M-F) 5:30am to 2:00pm.

AbbVie•North Chicago, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of the Foodservice Team it is your responsibility to be a good team member and take initiative to assist others as need to insure we provide excellent guest service. Set up sanitizing and cleaning bucket, wipe down work space; prepare steam table diagram, pull out yesterday's cart and decide what can be done with leftovers. Start with preparing the soup, next begin to prepare whatever item takes the longest to cook, then continue with the remaining foods. Store in cooler until ready to cook for service. Continue monitoring food as it is cooking and prepare side items; check with catering and the breakfast cook if they need anything; work with Grill cook to unsure they are ok with the special for the day. Prepare for set up of the steam table for lunch and setting up display section. Continue to set line and make sure all is out on time; if there is catering make sure you have that, check with grill cook, salad area, and Deli area to ensure they are all set Pre-Service - make sure everyone is aware of the portion size and what is in the product and how it was prepared. Help out with serving; be available to our guests to ensure any questions are answered. Prepare for next day: Place GFS Order. Working hours are 5:30AM - 2:00PM CST, with occasional weekend shift.

Requirements

HS Diploma or GED required.
Four years cooking experience with some knowledge of menu development.
Knowledge of volume production and batch cooking.
Cooking experience with knowledge of how to prepare eggs, sauces, casseroles and sandwiches.
Volume production and batch cooking is a must.
Self-motivated, excellent communication skills with proven track record in providing excellent guest service.
Must be able to follow verbal instructions, written recipes and instructions for menu items.
Knowledge of the Foodservice menu system, knowledge of the GFS ordering system and the ability to order using the GFS computer ordering system.
Proactive team player, flexible with strong organizational skills.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to adapt to change in a positive manner.
Overtime required, flexible work schedule at times.
Willing to work in any other job duties that may be assigned.

Nice To Haves

Culinary certification preferred.
Sanitation certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

Be a good team member and take initiative to assist others as need to insure we provide excellent guest service.
Set up sanitizing and cleaning bucket, wipe down work space
Prepare steam table diagram
Pull out yesterday's cart and decide what can be done with leftovers
Start with preparing the soup, next begin to prepare whatever item takes the longest to cook, then continue with the remaining foods.
Store in cooler until ready to cook for service.
Continue monitoring food as it is cooking and prepare side items
Check with catering and the breakfast cook if they need anything
Work with Grill cook to unsure they are ok with the special for the day.
Prepare for set up of the steam table for lunch and setting up display section.
Continue to set line and make sure all is out on time
Make sure everyone is aware of the portion size and what is in the product and how it was prepared.
Help out with serving
Be available to our guests to ensure any questions are answered.
Prepare for next day: Place GFS Order.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off (vacation, holidays, sick), medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees.
This job is eligible to participate in our short-term incentive programs.

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