Line Cook

Chicago, IL, US|Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Part-time

Compensation

Type:

Hourly

Rate:

Range $16.20 - $28.00

Benefits

Restaurant Discounts

Employee Assistance Program focusing on mental health and wellness

Paid Vacation for Qualifying Employees

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

life, accident protection, and critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Job Description

The Oakville Grill & Cellar is a distinguished restaurant located in Chicago's vibrant Fulton Market neighborhood, renowned for bringing the unparalleled flavors of Napa Valley to the city's dynamic culinary scene. This exceptional dining destination is the brainchild of Chef Max Robbins, former Culinary Director and Managing Partner at Land and Sea Dept., as well as Executive Chef of Longman & Eagle, alongside Wine Director Richard Hanauer, Partner at RPM Restaurants. Together, they have crafted a unique restaurant concept that combines exemplary live-fire cooking techniques with a curated selection of the largest exclusively California wine lists available in Chicago. A... Show More

Job Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous line cook or kitchen experience preferred
Ability to work flexible hours including weekends and holidays
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift weights as specified
Strong communication skills
Ability to follow safety and sanitation procedures
Capacity to work efficiently under pressure
Must comply with all restaurant policies and procedures
Must be a team player and collaborate effectively

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Previous experience as a line cook or in a similar culinary role is preferred
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
Strong multitasking and communication skills
Basic knife skills and safe handling of kitchen equipment
Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
Commitment to teamwork and collaboration
Flexibility to work varied shifts including weekends

Job Duties

Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests
Available to work a variety of hours, days and shifts, including weekends
Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives
Ability to effectively communicate in order to perform and follow job requirements in written and spoken direction
Multitask calmly and effectively under pressure
Work in a confined, crowded space of variable noise and temperature levels
Able to move and lift up to 10 pounds, frequently move and/or lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally move and/or lift up to 50 pounds
Ability to stand and walk for an entire shift and move safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven or slick surfaces
Follow all prescribed portioning controls and par levels
Maintain food safety and quality standards
Ability to read a thermometer correctly and efficiently
Communicate any food delays or issues to Coordinator
Maintain menu item counts and communicate to Management and service staff when quantities fall below restaurant specific minimum quantity
Accurately account for all items coming out of the station
Understand and follow the food allergy procedure and special orders/restrictions
Comply with all safety and sanitation guidelines and procedures
Follow all rules, policies, procedures and conditions of employment, including those outlined in the Employee Handbook
Get along well with others and be a team player
Other duties will be assigned as needed

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