Prep Cook / Line Cook

Food for Thought•Chicago, IL

2h•$20 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

As one of our Food For Thought Lead Cooks, you will work assisting the Kitchen Manager with overseeing the chain of food preparation of all products in accordance to FFT standards or as specified by the Chef (Prep Lists: Wet pack, Dry Pack, Cold Garnish, Cold HDV). You will complete all opening and closing tasks, complete prep lists in allotted time frame, while working efficiently and maintaining a clean orderly station.

Requirements

Minimum 2-year experience in culinary leadership roles.
Knife skills and working knowledge of the fundamentals of cooking, kitchen equipment operation, safety, and sanitation.
Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
Effective organizational skills to work in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to read, write and understand the English language to review menus and prep lists.
Must provide valid Food Handler or Food Service Manager Certificate.

Nice To Haves

Ability to work in a team, as well as on individual tasks.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with other team members.
Creativity and adaptability to challenges.

Responsibilities

Assigning daily work activities to kitchen staff and supervising the completion of tasks.
Checking and controlling the proper storage of product and portion control.
Ensuring all equipment in working areas is clean and in proper working condition.
Visually inspecting, selecting, and using only food items of the highest quality in the preparation of all menu items.
Assisting with producing accurate inventory.
Labeling store properly, communicating to ask questions, and assisting with other lists as needed.

Benefits

Excellent training
Employee Referral bonuses
Flexible scheduling
Career advancement opportunities
Competitive Pay
Anniversary Milestone Incentives
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – Includes Spouse and Domestic Partner Coverage (Blue Cross Blue Shield Provider)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Paid Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) & Critical Illness Insurance
Short Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Mental Health, Relationship Conflicts, Child and Eldercare, Substance Abuse, Grief and Loss
Assistance for you and household members
In Person Sessions
Unlimited phone access
Parental Leave – Equal benefits to Mothers and Fathers
401K Retirement Plan
FFT University - Over 70 courses designed to enhance your skills in life and on the job to help your career growth.
Employee Meal Plan
Employee Discounts (Pet Insurance, Entertainment, Travel, Company Discounts, and much more).