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City Winery Line Cook in Chicago, Illinois
Wine, food, and live entertainment collide at City Winery to create a dynamic and incredibly unique workplace. Since 2008, City Winery has been turning heads across the nation with amazing live performances, delectable cuisine, and award-winning, locally produced wines.
Who are you?
You're a rockstar with a passion for music, a love of wine, and a deep respect for hospitality. Whether it's holding the door for a stranger or helping a friend with a project, you know how to connect with people. But you're not just a people pleaser - you thrive under pressure and love making quick decisions that have a big impact on the business and culture. You know you have more to learn and are always looking for ways to grow, both personally and professionally. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a desire to be a part of something bigger, you want to join a brand and culture that not only makes a difference, but also helps others INDULGE THEIR SENSES.
Who are we?
City Winery, founded by music industry veteran & visionary Michael Dorf, has established itself as a one-of-a-kind brand providing unforgettable experiences for guests. From world-class music venues to sustainably produced wines with ratings of 90+ points, City Winery offers a range of top-notch events & experiences, including wine tastings, corporate gatherings, and elegant wine-themed weddings.
Why us?
Competitive pay plus generous benefits. An atmosphere of learning, development & enrichment opportunities. A career trajectory within a growing company with abundant opportunities for advancement. A fun team of passionate individuals who share your love of hospitality and the opportunity to provide guests with unforgettable nights filled with music & wine. And most of all, just a really cool thing to be a part of.
Position Summary
Line Cooks are responsible for high-quality preparation, cooking, and production of dishes during service to menu and recipe specifications.
Minimum Qualifications
● Minimum 2 years’ experience as a Line Cook in full-service, high-volume, fast paced kitchen or food service environment
● Strong work ethic, team player, and customer-focused approach
● Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking.
● Demonstrated experience with various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
● Working knowledge and understanding of health, safety, and sanitation standards
● Ability to follow and execute recipes to designated specifications
● Ability to take direction
● Ability to work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
● Ability to work resourcefully, and proactively resolve issues
● Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
● Effective communication and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to build positive relationships with people in the scope of employment
● Polished presentation
● Ability to work both independently and in a team environment
● Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays
● Ability to perform physical requirements of the role including standing/walking for entirety of shift, bending, pulling, pushing, using stairs, lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds.
Overview of Responsibilities
● Prepare and produce a variety of high-quality dishes as per guest orders, while following approved recipes & specifications in an accurate and timely manner
● Perform work on different kitchen line stations as per business demands
● Cook menu items in alignment with the kitchen team to deliver dishes simultaneously at appropriate time
● Weigh and measure ingredients; properly use recipes in order to produce dishes up to standard
● Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation
● Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet City Winery standards
● Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health and sanitation standards
● Perform work on different kitchen line stations as per business demands
● Properly store and/or discard leftover food
● Set up, stock stations, and replenish kitchen inventory and supplies as needed
● Ensure all products and prepared items are labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO
● Exhibit mindfulness of volume due to open kitchen setting
● Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready to work at scheduled shift time, in uniform, with neat and presentable appearance.
● Perform all other reasonably assigned duties
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at City Winery. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Additionally, City Winery participates in the E-Verify Program in certain locations, as required by law.