Line Cook

Line Cook

Attention culinary students and ambitious cooks! S.K.Y. restaurant, Chef Stephen Gillanders' highly acclaimed restaurant in the Belden-Stratford building in Lincoln Park is hiring line cooks to join its BOH team.

Primary responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Uphold the S.K.Y. restaurant values and mission
• Communicate with manager(s) and kitchen staff
• Assist with stocking and setting up stations
• Prepare food including cleaning and cutting ingredients according to specifications
• Properly follow and execute all recipes
• Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant at all times
• Plate prepared foods based on chef's guidance
• Work with servers to ensure that orders are completed timely and according to requests
• Wash and clean cooking utensils/equipment and store properly at the end of shifts
• Ensure that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations
• Treat every guest, employee, and vendor with respect
• Report to work timely, presentable, and in proper uniform
• Promote teamwork within the restaurant, creating a positive work environment
• Perform other job related activities as required or assigned by the manager

Qualifications:

• Culinary degree preferred, with 2 years of restaurant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Fine dining experience a plus
• Strong sense of urgency and exceptional time management skills
• Team player and have strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and active listening skills
• Basic computer and math skills
• Willing to work a flexible schedule and holidays

Behavior/Skills:

• Ability to multi-task
• A strong sense of urgency
• A team player with strong communication skills
• A desire for growth
• A rigorous attention to detail

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $24.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Dining Discounts