Full-Time CityGate Grille Grill Cook
About The Position
The Grill Cook assists in executing daily food preparation at CityGate Grille. The role covers kitchen stations as needed, prepares food to guest orders or supervisors’ instructions, and trains and supports other cooks and staff. The Grill Cook sets up and maintains an efficient station, follows standardized recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications, and restocks items during the shift. The position also involves reporting equipment problems, storing food according to health department guidelines, and assisting with kitchen cleaning, sanitation, and organization. The role is hourly, non-exempt, and offers $23.00–$26.50 per hour, commensurate with experience and education. A $250 signing bonus is offered, subject to a 90-day waiting period. A flexible schedule is required, including evening availability and Friday and Saturday nights; the qualifications also specify availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent education.
- Culinary degree, pursuit of a degree from a recognized culinary institute, or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of safety, sanitation, and food-handling procedures.
- Illinois food handlers certificate required.
- Organized, self-motivated, and proactive.
- Neat and clean appearance and uniform.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Flexible schedule with availability for nights, weekends, and holidays, including evenings and Friday and Saturday nights.
- Ability to stand and exert well-paced mobility for up to 8 hours.
- Ability to regularly lift up to 25 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Five or more years of experience as a line cook is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Cover all kitchen stations as necessary.
- Assist Cooks 2, 3, and 4 with food preparation according to guest orders or supervisors’ instructions and approved procedures.
- Train and supervise Cooks 2, 3, and 4 in food preparation.
- Prepare food for service according to standardized recipes.
- Set up the station and ensure the work area operates efficiently.
- Follow recipes, portion controls, and presentation specifications established by management.
- Restock items as needed throughout the shift.
- Support training of other staff members as needed.
- Inform a supervisor when kitchen equipment or machinery is not working properly.
- Store food in designated containers and areas according to health department guidelines.
- Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
- Follow all CityGate Grille departmental policies and procedures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- $250 signing bonus, subject to a 90-day waiting period.
- Major medical plans, dental insurance, and vision insurance, with single or family options.
- Basic life and AD&D insurance, 100% employer paid.
- Short-term disability, 100% employer paid.
- Optional supplemental life, AD&D, critical illness, accident, and disability coverage, with single or family options.
- 401(k) plan and matching program.
- Employee assistance program.
- Paid leave time, up to 40 hours per year.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Nine paid holidays per year.
- Paid jury duty time.
- Paid bereavement for immediate family members.
- Partially paid parental leave.
- Hotel and restaurant discounts.
- Pet insurance.
- Incentive programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
