Cook Position Available at Our Coffee Cafe and Smoothie Bar
We are a quick-service Coffee Cafe and Smoothie Bar, offering a variety of sandwiches, salads, soups, and bakery items. We are seeking a skilled Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation, cooking in a fast paced quick service environment, and kitchen operations. If you have a passion for culinary arts and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare and cook menu items according to established recipes and standards
- Assist in all areas of food production, including prep work and cleaning
- Ensure food quality and presentation meet our restaurant’s standards
- Monitor food stock levels and communicate replenishment needs
- Adhere to all food safety and sanitation procedures
- Collaborate with the kitchen team to maintain a clean and organized workspace
Qualifications:
- Proven experience as a Cook or in a similar role
- Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
- Understanding of food safety practices
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Certification from a culinary school or relevant field is a plus
- Must be available to work some weekends
If you are passionate about cooking and dedicated to delivering high-quality dishes, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Internship
Pay: $16.00 - $18.98 per hour
Expected hours: 25 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid training
Experience level:
- 3 years
- 4 years
- 5 years
- 6 years
Restaurant type:
- Café
- Fast casual restaurant
- Food truck
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
Shift:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
Weekly day range:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Restaurant experience: 3 years (Required)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Preferred)
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Chicago, IL 60654 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Chicago, IL 60654: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person