Line Cook

*weekend availability required* We're looking for a full time experienced line cook with a love of Italy for a high-paying hourly wage.   Our cooks contribute to specials and learn the craft of handmade pasta, all within a positive collaborative environment.  Tortello is committed to exceptional yet simple food; to Italian tradition in a modern environment; to creating a neighborhood experience of warmth and comfort.  We arm the kitchen with only the very best – from the flour we import, to the eggs we collaborated on with a local farm to improve quality, to the handmaking of everything in house.  Tortello is equally committed to creating a positive, problem-solving and kind culture.   Tortello was recognized by Michelin with a Bib Gourmand for the past 3 years in a row, was nominated for a Jean Banchet Award in its first 6 months after opening and named one of the best new restaurants of the year by Chicago Magazine in 2020. The "Michelin Star" of Italy awarded Tortello with a Gambero Rosso Award for our commitment to authentic Italian cooking tradition for the past few years as well.  We show our appreciation for the back of house by equally pooling all tips, which means our cooks make anywhere from $25-$32 per hour.  

If you’re hungry and passionate about cooking, a good communicator, and a positive force of energy, we would love to hear from you.  Grazie!

Michelin Bib Gourmand 2022, 2023, 2024
Jean Banchet 2019 nominee for Best Counter Service
Chicago Magazine, Best New Restaurants, April 2020
Chicago Reader review, https://bit.ly/2Yg65ye
TimeOut Chicago review, https://bit.ly/2VLYpBX

Grazie

Essential Job Functions:

• Preparation and execution of dishes and recipes to a high standard is required in conjunction with maintaining cleanliness and safety protocols.
• The Line Cook is required to set up, maintain, and execute menu items as directed by the Executive Chef
• Communicate clearly with the Chef of any product needs related
• Prep food products.  Use proper rotation, first in first out, checking for quality, preventing food waste
• Assist the chef in managing the standards for food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures according to the Chef’s specifications
• Cultivate and maintain professional relationships with all other employees through a positive and team-driven work effort
• Arrive as scheduled for shifts and all meetings
• Daily duties may also include but are not limited to unpacking and stocking kitchen deliveries, as well as assigned cleaning duties.
• Maintain uniform cleanliness and proper attire at all times without exception

Experience / Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of cooking terms, techniques, and recipes
• 2-6 years kitchen experience preferred
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Serve Safe Food Handlers Certificate
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, procedure manuals, and recipes.  Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or fellow employees.
• A flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends and the hours of 2-10pm is required. 
• Fresh pasta experience is a plus
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer