Line Cook

The Burnham Park Yacht Club is situated in the Museum Campus Area of Chicago’s Lakefront on Northerly Island serving boaters in Burnham Harbor. Our Clubhouse offers magnificent views of the harbor activity as well as a panoramic scope of Chicago’s skyline. It is said to be the most exquisite view of Chicago.

Job Description: Line Cook

 SUMMARY: We are looking for a professional Line Cook who can help prepare meals as per our standard recipes. The successful candidate will be responsible for creating meal portions, cooking meals and keeping a sanitized work area. We are seeking an individual who has experience in the food service industry and is committed to impeccable food presentation and garnishing, which is important for impressing our members.

 Responsibilities:

• Prepare basic components of each dish on our menu using our proven recipes
• Memorize and utilize our serving portion sizes and all basic meal prep procedures used in the kitchen
• Ensure that the kitchen and food prep areas meet restaurant cleaning standards
• Work with team to do portion prep work for other shifts when needed
• Monitor product freshness and rotate out old product based on a schedule created by the restaurant
• Sets up and stocks food items and other necessary supplies.
• Prepares food items by cutting, chopping, mixing, and preparing sauces.
• Cooks food items by grilling, frying, sautéing, and other cooking methods to specified recipes
• Cleans and sanitizes cooking surfaces at the end of the shift.
• Will attend daily line up meetings
• Assist in performing daily side work

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• One to two years of experience as a line cook, restaurant cook, or prep cook
• Certificate in Culinary Arts preferred
• Experience with various cooking methods and procedures
• Familiar with industry best practices

Performance Standards

• Meets all company service standards
• Maintains upbeat, guest-first, positive attitude
• Team work

Working Conditions

• 100% walk and stand
• Must be able to carry tray up to 40 pounds
• Be able to reach, bend, lift up to 30 pounds

Compensation based on experience plus free parking.