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Seasonal Riverfront Restaurant Prep Cook Seasonal (8-10 weeks)

$19 - $24 per hour
Full-time

Tiny Tapp

Job Overview

🌟 Join Our Team as a Prep Cook at Chicago Riverwalk! 🌟
About Us:
Nestled along the beautiful Chicago River, our seasonal riverfront restaurant offers stunning views, delicious food, and a lively atmosphere. We are looking for passionate and dedicated individuals to join our kitchen team as Prep Cooks. If you love working with fresh ingredients and want to contribute to a memorable dining experience, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Overview:
As a Prep Cook, you’ll help lay the foundation for a successful kitchen by preparing high-quality ingredients and supporting the line during service. Your attention to detail and culinary skills will be key in delivering exceptional dishes that showcase the season's best flavors.
Responsibilities:

  • Prepare ingredients, including chopping, slicing, and portioning, following recipes and established standards.
  • Support cooking techniques like grilling, sautéing, and frying, ensuring quality and speed.
  • Collaborate with the team to maintain a clean and organized kitchen, adhering to food safety standards.
  • Plate and garnish dishes with care, focusing on presentation and consistency.
  • Communicate with teammates to ensure smooth operations during service.
  • Assist with inventory, deliveries, and rotating stock.

Qualifications:

  • Food Handler's Certificate required.
  • Previous experience in a prep cook or similar role preferred, but not required.
  • A culinary degree is a plus, but not necessary.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities.
  • Strong attention to detail, commitment to quality, and teamwork.
  • Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays.

How to Apply:
If you’re excited to join a fun, fast-paced kitchen and work in a stunning setting, we’d love to hear from you! Please submit your resume and a short cover letter to let us know why you’d be a great fit for our team.
Note:
Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.
We are proud to provide equal employment opportunities and foster an inclusive work environment.

Vacancy posted 25 days ago
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