Line Cook - Food Hall

WIND CREEK CHICAGO SOUTHLAND - East Hazel Crest, IL

Full-time - Entry Level

East Hazel Crest, IL

About the position

The Line Cook at Wind Creek Chicago Southland is responsible for the timely preparation of food items for customers, ensuring adherence to quality standards and proper food handling procedures. This role involves setting up cooking stations, preparing various menu items, and maintaining an organized and clean kitchen workspace. The position emphasizes teamwork, flexibility, and a commitment to customer service in a dynamic food service environment.

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
• Demonstrates 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

Requirements

• 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

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen environment
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee discounts
• Career development opportunities