Cook 1, Culinary - DraftKings

Job Overview

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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $22.06
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Benefits

Instapay
High interest savings
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Program
Discount Marketplace
Employee assistance program

Job Description

Levy is a renowned leader in the food, beverage, and retail industry, known for creating unforgettable dining experiences across more than 200 entertainment, sports, and restaurant venues nationwide. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago as a delicatessen, Levy has grown into a premier hospitality company that values creativity, impeccable service, and a true passion for great food. The company operates within the Compass Group USA, a global leader in foodservice management, and is committed to inclusion and diversity, ensuring a supportive environment for all employees. Levy’s presence in high-profile venues such as DraftKings Sportsbook at Wrigley Field in Chicago underscores its commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences to diverse audiences.

This position is for a Cook 1 role within Levy at DraftKings Sportsbook, reporting directly to the Executive Sous Chef. The position offers a competitive pay rate of $22.06 per hour and is aimed at candidates who are passionate about food preparation, quality, and safety standards. The Cook 1 will be responsible for preparing food according to standardized recipes, maintaining proper portion control and presentation, and ensuring that all meals served meet Levy’s high standards of deliciousness and visual appeal. Attention to detail and adherence to safety standards such as HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) are crucial components of the role.

In addition to food preparation, the Cook 1 plays a significant role in maintaining kitchen cleanliness, storage standards, and proper handling of kitchen equipment. The candidate will assist in production planning, record keeping, ordering, and receiving food supplies and communicate any maintenance or safety issues to supervisors promptly. This role fosters collaboration among coworkers and requires maintaining positive working relationships with administrators, managers, and customers alike.

Levy ensures a safe working environment by enforcing policies such as the use of medium weight cut gloves when handling knives and peelers, oven mitts for hot items, slip-resistant footwear, and proper lifting techniques. Candidates for this role will benefit from Levy’s comprehensive associate benefits which include early access to wages through Instapay, high-interest savings via the EVEN app, and various wellness and employee assistance programs. Levy and Compass Group USA are equal opportunity employers, committed to fairness and inclusion in the workplace. This position may require a Florida Level 2 background screening where applicable.

Joining Levy means becoming part of a passionate team focused on delivering high-quality food and an exceptional customer experience in one of the most exciting venues in Chicago. With competitive wages, opportunities for growth, robust benefits, and a commitment to safety and diversity, this Cook 1 position offers a rewarding career path in one of the country’s leading hospitality companies.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous cooking experience preferred
  • Knowledge of food safety standards
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to stand for extended periods
  • Effective communication skills
  • Commitment to safety and cleanliness
  • Ability to follow company policies and procedures

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Previous cooking experience preferred
  • Knowledge of food safety standards and HACCP guidelines
  • Ability to prepare food according to recipes and quality standards
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Good communication and teamwork skills
  • Ability to follow instructions and safety protocols

Job Duties

  • Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery and service schedules
  • Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty
  • Tastes all prepared food items
  • Uses established ticket collection procedures during service
  • Responsible for records from area worked during service periods
  • Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness
  • Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures
  • Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat
  • Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards
  • Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed
  • Assists in production planning, record keeping and reporting as required
  • Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required
  • Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment or accidents to the supervisor immediately
  • Attends in-service and safety meetings
  • Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators and managers
  • Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment
  • Performs other duties as assigned
  • Ensures proper presentation, portion control and maintenance of serving temperatures
  • follows HACCP standards
  • Personal commitment to your own safety and that of others
  • Abides by all company policies and procedures including use of gloves, mitts and slip-resistant shoes

Job Criteria

Experience

No experience required


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