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Northwestern Medicine

Line Cook Food Service Cook Chef Part Time Rotating

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $23.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
Tuition Reimbursement

Job Description

Northwestern Medicine is a leading healthcare organization committed to delivering top-tier medical care and support to communities across Illinois and beyond. Renowned for its extensive network of hospitals, clinics, and health centers, Northwestern Medicine combines world-class research, education, and clinical expertise to provide patient-centered healthcare services. With a strong focus on innovation, quality outcomes, and compassionate care, the organization continuously strives to improve the health and well-being of the diverse populations it serves. Established with values centered around integrity, respect, teamwork, and excellence, Northwestern Medicine fosters a professional environment that promotes growth, diversity, and inclusion among its workforce.

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Job Requirements

  • high school graduate
  • two years of high-volume diner or restaurant experience
  • ability to work rotating shifts including early mornings, afternoons and evenings
  • ability to work every other weekend and holidays
  • ability to follow safety and sanitation guidelines
  • ability to operate commercial kitchen equipment safely and efficiently
  • ability to maintain portion control and adhere to dietary restrictions
  • strong attention to detail and time management skills
  • ability to work in a fast-paced environment
  • excellent communication and teamwork skills

Job Qualifications

  • high school graduate
  • two years of high-volume diner or restaurant experience
  • food handling certification Health Department - City of Chicago preferred
  • culinary degree and one year of high volume a la carte experience in a restaurant preferred

Job Duties

  • prepares room service menu items in accordance with established and approved recipes and plate presentation standards
  • show proficiency in all a la carte cooking methods including but not limited to saute, grilling, broiling, frying and individual plating assembly
  • utilize and understand the proper use of all types of quantity food production equipment including tilt fryer, turbo chef ovens, floor mixer, pressure steamer, combi oven, convection oven, burner range, proof box, blast chiller, grill and flat top griddle
  • prepares hot and cold food to order according to department standards of quality ensuring food is properly prepared, presented and appropriately garnished in a high-volume preparation environment
  • maintains proper portion control for each order prepared in accordance with standardized recipes
  • adheres to diet and allergy restrictions for patient food orders while preparing meals
  • ensures the quality of all ingredients according to department guidelines and maintains foods at proper temperature
  • performs assigned tasks efficiently during meal service to maintain accurate and expeditious service
  • follows established food-handling practices to maintain food safety standards and comply with infection control procedures
  • documents quantity and disposition of leftovers and over production and labels and dates product utilized
  • operates equipment properly, safely and efficiently according to established procedures
  • completes all assigned cleaning by end of each work shift including detailed oven cleaning, fryer grease removal, floors, walls, ranges, grill, counters, broiler, griddle and kettles
  • maintains work area in clean and orderly manner
  • responds to management requests in a positive and timely manner
  • follows Best Patient Experience Philosophy with emphasis on food quality, accuracy, service, safe food temperature handling and plate presentation
  • meets established timeliness and throughput benchmarks for preparation of food while maintaining quality, temperature and presentation standards
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

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