Culinary Industry Jobs in Oak Park

<ul><li>Title</li><li>Kitchen Head Cook</li><li>Pay Grade</li><li>Non-Exempt</li><li>Major Department</li><li>Hot Foods</li><li>Minor Department</li><li>Kitchen</li><li>Reports to</li><li>Hot Foods Department Manager, Store Manager</li></ul> <p>Job Summary: The Chef is responsible for the production and preparation of all hot foods in accordance with established use records/recipes ensuring excellent guest satisfaction. S/he must develop menus, food purchase specifications, and recipes. S/he must develop and monitor the food and labor budget for the department, and maintain the highest professional food quality and sanitation standards. S/he is responsible for the supervision of staff and demonstrates the ability to perform all hourly positions in the kitchen. As a PFM team member is able to exemplify Pete’s Four Pillars of Value, Aesthetic, Quality, and Customer Service.</p> <h3>Essential Job Responsibilities</h3> <ul><li>Provide the highest quality of service to the guest at all times and anticipate and exceed guest expectations.</li><li>Project par levels and determine freezer pull and line set up.</li><li>Prepare hot food according to recipes and use records.</li><li>Ensure that all food presentations are appealing.</li><li>Maintains kitchen sanitation per established standards.</li><li>Follow established menus and recipes.</li><li>Pull all food needed for daily production from the walk-in box and utilize all leftovers properly.</li><li>Executes advance prep for the next shift.</li></ul> <p>Check food waste, loss and usage per standard operating procedures. Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems. Complete food waste logs daily or as needed to track food spoilage, waste and any foods cooked to standard.</p> <ul><li>Practice WLD (Wrap, Label, Date) Procedure on all food products and return to designated area.</li></ul> <p>Practice FIFO (First In/First Out) procedure on all products. Utilize cooler products that have already been partially consumed first before opening new products.</p> <ul><li>During peak business periods must be able to coordinate and expedite food to accelerate service.</li></ul> <p>Complete assigned prep work to stock line. Utilize “the Prep List” to ensure all product and special tasks are complete. Note which tasks are incomplete and what product is out.</p> <ul><li>Training new associates and cross-train existing associates according to Health Department certification program.</li><li>Maintain a clean and orderly work area in accordance with Food &amp; Beverage sanitation standards.</li><li>Complete daily and weekly cleaning schedule.</li><li>Ensure that food sanitation practices are followed.</li><li>Comply with the 30 Essentials of Food Quality and Safety Standards.</li><li>Demonstrate knowledge and adherence to all local, city, county, and state health codes.</li><li>Communicate all pertinent information regarding the kitchen to the Kitchen Managers.</li><li>Report all maintenance issues to Kitchen Managers.</li><li>Demonstrate ability to perform all hourly positions in the kitchen.</li><li>Ensure security and confidentiality of guest information.</li><li>Practice energy conservation.</li><li>Must be punctual and demonstrate good attendance habits.</li><li>Participates in daily pre-shift meetings.</li><li>Utilize service recovery practices to ensure guest satisfaction.</li><li>Report unsafe conditions and suspicious activity to the Kitchen Manager.</li><li>Practice safety standards at all times and keeps the property safe for guests and fellow associates.</li></ul> <p>Demonstrate safe knife handling skills. Use personal protective equipment including cut-resistant gloves.</p> <ul><li>Demonstrate the location and understanding of how to use fire extinguishers.</li><li>Use wet floor signs as required.</li><li>Operate a variety of kitchen equipment to weight, measure, mix, wash, peel, cut, grind, stir, strain and knead food stuffs for cooking.</li><li>Other duties as assigned.</li><li>Education/Certifications</li><li>High School Diploma or equivalency with 1-3 years of experience in grocery store or similar environment;</li><li>Sanitation and Food Handling certification(s) as required by the City of Chicago and State of Illinois.</li><li>Must pass certification/quiz for position;</li><li>Serve Safe Certification;</li><li>Great Food Safe Food Certification.</li><li>Other Knowledge,</li></ul>

<p>...Sous Chef Required Years of Experience 3 years Description This position requires the culinary co-leadership of our main kitchen... ...regulations in all food service areas. Execute menus for catering and special events. Ensure exceptional dining experiences....</p>

<p>...time Server to join their team. The ideal candidate will create memorable experiences through excellent service and communication, while guiding guests through food and wine selections. This entry-level role requires at least 21 years of age, six months of experience,...</p>

A leading pizza chain is looking for an Assistant Manager in Oak Park, Illinois. The role involves running shifts, managing costs, and supervising employees to ensure smooth operations. Responsibilities include pizza making, handling delivery orders, and maintaining cleanliness...

<p>...Dishwasher Oak Park,IL For almost 30 years, One Off Hospitality has developed and operated some of Chicago’s most beloved... ...believe in the power of treating our guests like family and our restaurants like home. REPORTS TO: HEAD BAKER FLSA: NON-EXEMPT...</p>

Wingstop’s mission is to serve the world flavor. Wingstop is the destination when you crave fresh never faked wings, hand-cut seasoned fries and any of our famous sides. For people who demand flavor in everything they do, there's only Wingstop. We are looking for team members who want to deliver a flavor experience. A Wingstop cook is responsible to prepare quality food that tastes great and is consistent from day-to-day. This position is critical to Wingstop Restaurants; ensuring compliance wi…

<p>&quot;LOOKING FOR GOOD EGGS IN OUR EGG HARBOR CAFE ILLINOIS LOCATION&quot; MAKE A CAREER OUT OF COOKING WITH US….Join our “Culinary Core Team” as a line cook! At Egg Harbor, we are committed to building an ever-growing base of regular customers in the communities that we serve. We do this by maintaining our standard of excellence, providing a warm and family-friendly atmosphere, and serving a wide variety of food. As part of our team, you will be integral in our goal. When asked “Where should we go to ea…</p>

<p>...Naperville, IL is currently seeking a talented and experienced Service Manager to join our team. Benefits: Employer Sponsored Medical,... ...Company Overview: The White Chocolate Grill is a renowned restaurant known for its upscale casual dining experience, delectable...</p>

<p>Mora Asian Kitchen in Oak Park, IL is looking for line cooks to join our team. Our ideal candidate is self-driven, ambitious, and hard-working. Responsibilities Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies Chop vegetables, prepare sauces and other food preparation. Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff Clean up station and take care of leftover food Stock inventory Qualifications Cooking experience or Back of the House experience preferred Able to meet all s…</p>