Line/Prep Cook

Midtown Athletic Clubs • Palatine, IL

10d • $20

About The Position

Midtown is looking for a talented Line/Prep Cook to enhance our stellar restaurant experience. Our Prep Cooks are the heros behind the scenes, assisting with the heart of our restaurants. They are motivated and passionate about helping others eat delicious and clean, convenient food. As an integral part of our F&B team, you’ll be preparing and artfully plating delicious meal options, and doing so, while maintaining a safe & sanitary workspace. You’ll be joining a team that takes “collaboration” to another level. We work together to support all aspects of the food & beverage experience and we don’t hesitate to step outside our comfort zones to help one another be successful. This is a unique learning opportunity for you to become familiar with multiple areas of the business, including fitness, racquet sports, and spa. Our prep cook team is on time and ready to deliver our best work. We anticipate problems and do our best to take preventative measures for our members. At times, we host member events that include the food & beverage department. We would hate to miss out on your application because you do not meet every requirement – transferrable skills and education will also be considered, so please do not hesitate to apply!

Requirements

• Are able to pass a background check screening
• Have excellent professional references
• A willingness to listen to constructive feedback and apply it moving forward
• Understand the importance of complying with Department of Health-sanitary guidelines
• Have the ability to work gracefully and quickly under pressure

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of food preparation and cooking experience
• Teamwork and collaboration as part of your DNA
• Current ServSafe certification (food handler & allergen)
• An insatiable desire to deliver exceptionally consistent and meticulously prepared food & beverages as their language of hospitality.

Responsibilities

• Wash, chop, store, and handle ingredients
• Prepares raw ingredients for use in recipes
• Quickly and efficiently prepare sauces and garnishes and assists our cook with basic recipes, following established recipes and presentation standards
• Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas to promote a safe and enjoyable member experience
• Assisting with periodic catering events

Benefits

• full-time associates benefits (health insurance, dental, vision, 401K PTO/ Sick time, Maternity & Paternity leave.)
• Complimentary club membership
• Discounts on Midtown products and services
• Access to hundreds of free courses for professional development
• Health insurance for eligible full-time associates (30+ hours a week)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees