The Franklin Room

Line Cook

The Franklin Room is looking for an experienced line cook to join our team.  All applicants must have previous experience in a high volume restaurant and willing to work in a team-oriented environment.

Pay Rate: hourly based on experience

Primary Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Requirements

• 2-3 years cooking experience
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work well in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Available full time
• Available to work days, nights, weekends and holidays
• Available to work long hours
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Illinois Food Handlers Certificate

References

• Available upon request