Lead Cook

QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC•Highland Park, IL
•$17 - $19

About The Position

Prepares and presents menu items during cafeteria service according to Quest standards. Follows preparation lists for menu execution and assists with the kitchen’s day-to-day operations. Duties may include bulk preparation, catering preparation, receiving products, and cleaning. Assists customers and maintains the service line in a consistent and professional manner. Lead Cook I assists with cold preparation, salad and grab-and-go production using recipes, and serves food on the hot line. Follows HACCP and food safety guidelines and receives and puts away kitchen deliveries.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and present menu items during cafeteria service according to Quest standards.
  • Follow preparation lists for menu execution.
  • Assist with day-to-day kitchen operations.
  • Perform bulk preparation and catering preparation as needed.
  • Receive products and put away kitchen deliveries.
  • Assist customers and maintain the service line consistently and professionally.
  • Assist with cold preparation, salad production, and grab-and-go production using recipes.
  • Serve food on the hot line.
  • Follow HACCP and food safety guidelines.
  • Perform cleaning duties as needed.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Paid unused sick time
  • Eight company-paid holidays
  • Annual Shoes for Crews credit of $40
  • Free meals
  • Career path growth
  • Two guaranteed raises a year
  • Life and AD&D insurance
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