Line Cook - customer facing

Soul & Smoke•Chicago, IL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

Soul & Smoke is seeking an experienced, capable, and reliable prep/line cook for its customer-facing kiosk at Ogilvie Station/Accenture Tower, 500 W. Madison, Chicago. The role requires carrying out line preparation, executing orders, and interacting with customers in an open kitchen. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, detail-oriented, energetic, and has strong time-management and communication skills. Some training shifts will take place in Evanston. The position requires evening and weekend availability and flexibility when necessary. Full-time work is preferred, though part-time work is possible. Compensation is a base rate of $17–$20 per hour, plus pooled service charge/revenue share of an additional $5–$8 or more per hour. Full-time employees are stated to earn over $10,000 in revenue share per year. Benefits include staff meals, dining discounts, available Aflac plans and Illinois Secure Choice Roth IRA retirement savings plans, paid leave and sick leave, and health and dental coverage available to full-time employees after 90 days.

Requirements

Two years of line or prep cooking experience; some fine-dining experience preferred.
Customer service experience.
Required ServSafe, Chicago food manager, Allergen, and BASSET certifications.
Ability to work evenings and weekends and be flexible when necessary.
Reliability and punctuality.
Ability to multitask and stay organized.
Ability to walk and stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Some fine-dining experience.

Responsibilities

Greet guests, answer questions in person and by phone, and take orders using the POS when needed.
Set up and stock stations daily with necessary food and supplies.
Prepare food by cutting, chopping, mixing, smoking, grilling, sautéing, and using other cooking methods according to recipes and standards.
Maintain cleanliness in compliance with food sanitation requirements, handle food properly, and ensure correct storage.
Perform inventory checks and complete food storage logs as required.
Prepare and send out dine-in and takeout orders in a fast-paced setting.
Communicate proactively and professionally with Soul & Smoke management, customers, and coworkers.
Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude.
Wash and put away dishes.