Cook II

QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC • Chicago, IL

10d • $0 - $20

About The Position

The Cook II prepares and presents cafeteria menu items to Quest standards and assists with day-to-day kitchen operations. The role includes following preparation lists and standardized recipes, preparing bulk and catering items, receiving and putting away deliveries, cleaning, assisting customers, and maintaining the service line. The Cook II supports cold prep, salads, and grab-and-go production, serves food on the hot line, and prepares hot food according to recipes. The position requires working at a minimum of three concept stations and following HACCP and food safety guidelines.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in Culinary Arts or equivalent work experience.
• At least 2 years of experience as a line cook.
• Meet and maintain state and local certification requirements, including Food Handler certification.
• Ability to perform simple arithmetic and understand measurements and conversions.
• Ability to follow recipes.

Responsibilities

• Communicate and demonstrate Quest's vision, values, and founding principles through daily actions.
• Prepare food according to directions, production sheets, standardized recipes, menus, and schedules.
• Assemble and present menu items accurately, with appropriate presentation and garnishing.
• Follow Quest, local, state, and federal requirements for food handling, production, storage, and service.
• Assist with sanitation of the line, product kitchen, production kitchen, and production facility.
• Work as part of the kitchen team and maintain open, effective communication.
• Prepare items for specific events and adjust recipe quantities to meet required yields.
• Become familiar with catering menus and master recipe indexes.
• Inform the supervisor of product shortages, ordering needs, and maintenance issues.
• Work at special events when required.
• Complete daily and weekly cleaning schedules.
• Assist with food and supply ordering, monthly inventory, and maintaining par levels.
• Check that kitchen equipment is working properly and support kitchen sanitation.
• Complete preparation for the next day's production according to production sheets and recipes.
• Transport food and supplies to and from the kitchen in a sanitary manner.
• Take and record food temperatures.
• Serve food on the hot line and prepare side orders, ensuring quality presentation.
• Work at a minimum of three concept stations and follow recipes to produce hot food.
• Follow HACCP guidelines and Quest food safety policies.
• Receive and put away kitchen deliveries.
• Report to scheduled shifts on time and in the uniform specified in the Quest team member handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible work opportunities intended to encourage healthy work-life balance.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Training, development, and access to highly visible leadership to support professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree