Cook

Berwyn, IL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Benefits

Equal opportunity employer

Drug Free Workplace

ADA compliance

Job Description

The company hiring for the Cook position operates within the food service industry, specifically focusing on back-of-house kitchen operations. This establishment prioritizes hygiene, safety, and quality in food preparation, emphasizing compliance with all sanitation and health standards. As a part-time, non-exempt role effective from November 1, 2023, the Cook will play a vital role in ensuring that the culinary experience meets both regulatory standards and customer expectations.

The Cook's primary responsibility is to prepare and direct the preparation of food in accordance with established production programs and procedures. This role demands a strong attention to detail in following recipes... Show More

Job Requirements

Must be 18 years of age
Illinois Food Handler Certificate required
prior experience in related food service positions required
a high school diploma or equivalent preferred
moderate reading and writing skills
ability to stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less
manual dexterity
auditory and visual skills

Job Qualifications

A high school diploma or equivalent preferred
prior experience in related food service positions required
Illinois Food Handler Certificate required
moderate reading and writing skills
ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures
proficient interpersonal relations and communicative skills
promotes positive public relations with guests
cooperates and works together with all co-workers
plans and completes job duties with minimal supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment
manual dexterity
auditory and visual skills

Job Duties

Preparing or directing preparation of food served using established production procedures and systems
determining amount and type of food and supplies required using production systems
ensuring availability of supplies and food or approved substitutions in adequate time for preparation
serving or ensuring proper serving of food for tray line or dining room
complying with established sanitation standards, personal hygiene, and health standards
observing proper food preparation and handling techniques
storing food properly and safely by marking dates and items
reporting necessary equipment repair and maintenance
correctly preparing all food served following standard recipes and special diet orders
portioning food for serving
planning food production to coordinate with meal serving hours so that excellence, quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved
maintaining daily production records
keeping work area neat and clean at all times
cleaning and maintaining equipment used in food preparation
completing food temperature checks before service
performing other work-related duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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