Line Cook 1 - Arrowhead Golf Course - Part-Time

GENERAL PURPOSE

This is a fast-paced position involving preparation of food in accordance with the established recipes and industry standards at Arrowhead Restaurant & Bar. Ensure that services are conducted and fulfilled in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the Wheaton Park District.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have at least one (1) year of kitchen experience.
• Must have knowledge of professional cooking and knife handling skills.
• Must have knowledge of safety and food handling guidelines and procedures.
• Must have knowledge of local, state, and federal health and sanitation laws.
• Must have food sanitation certificate.
• Must be able to understand verbal and written directions in English.
• Must understand the proper use and maintenance of all major kitchen equipment including stoves, refrigeration, slicer, knives, and dish machine.
• Must have great organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to multi-task and work calmly and effectively under pressure.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Set up kitchen before shift and/or tear down at end of day.
• Operate the following workstations in the kitchen: griddle, deep fryer, cold side (salads and desserts).
• Inspect and maintain food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices and dispose of any trash.
• Follow established recipes to ensure consistency and quality standards using all necessary kitchen equipment including but not limited to, oven mixer, slicer, stock kettle, and microwave.
• Follow established check lists, prep lists, and order forms to ensure proper par levels and product quality.
• Assist in prep work of vegetables and condiments as required for the next shift.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Participate in the cleaning and sanitizing of kitchen equipment and stations, maintaining a cleaning schedule.
• Wash, peel, and cut fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption in accordance with established recipes for both restaurants and banquets.
• Portion, plate and garnish warm and cold food items and place food in area for servers.
• Cook orders as requested, including special requests for the restaurant or banquet kitchen as needed.
• Follow established procedures for cooling, portioning, labeling and storing of bulk recipes.
• Execute restaurant and event plate ups and buffet items according to time constraints.
• Follow all sanitation and safety regulations as directed by IDPH and OSHA as well as HACCP procedures and practices.
• Maintain cleanliness of all kitchen equipment
• Communicate any product runouts, equipment issues and quality of service.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area to prevent food borne illness.
• Provide a high quality of customer service in a professional manner to the internal customer that will facilitate team building and exceptional customer service to the external customer.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC.

• Must have and maintain: food handlers certification.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to: continuously stand and make repetitive movements with arms and hands;
• Frequently position ones self to reach below waist and over shoulders and grasp and use fine finger manipulation when working with knives, food and cookware;
• Occasionally move items such as bags of vegetables, plates/pans, water buckets, hotbox on wheels, etc. weighing up to 50 lbs. and sometimes over 50 lbs. with assistance.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to: continuously work on wet, slippery surfaces;
• Frequently work around fumes, gases, odors, and smoke;
• Occasionally on grease or oil.

HOURS

• 25-28 per week, shifts vary (days, evenings, weekends, and holidays)
• This position is IMRF pension and paid time off benefit eligible.
• Free use of fitness center, two pools, mini golf, and entrance to Cosley Zoo for employee.

SALARY

• Looking to hire at $19.00 per hour
• SALARY RANGE
• Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum
• $18.40 - $23.00 - $27.59

The Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V