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Boka Catering Group - Chicago hiring Catering Cook in Chicago, IL

Catering Cook

Boka Catering Group - ChicagoMore Info

Chicago, IL, United States
Part Time • Hourly ($22.00 - $25.00)
Expires: Nov 22, 2026

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Schedule
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday
Shifts: Night
Based on events

Required Years of Experience

2 years


Job Details

Boka Restaurant Group’s premier catering division, Boka Catering Group, is currently seeking Catering Event Cooks to join our team!

***This will be a PM position!!!*** 

ABOUT BOKA RESTAURANT GROUP: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/ 
 
ABOUT BOKA CATERING GROUP: Boka Catering Group provides the ultimate catering experience for any event desiring premiere restaurant-quality service and cuisine in even the most demanding locations. From intimate in-home dinner parties to personalized weddings and extravagant corporate events, Boka Catering Group has fulfilled hundreds of culinary wishes for a myriad of events. Our team remains enthusiastic, creative, and inventive continuing to pave the way for innovations in the catering industry. 

 

CATERING COOK’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

  • Set up and breakdown of events
  • Follow plating demo directions exactly, based on event
  • Types of events: Wedding, corporate, in-home, and receptions
  • Helping with unloading and loading the Catering Van
  • Uphold the standards of Boka Catering and Boka Restaurant Group

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Basic knife skills
  • Flexible schedule
  • Organized, hard worker
  • Food Handler's certificate
  • Allergy Certificate
  • Professionalism 

 

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team! 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Ability to lift 20 - 50lbs if necessary. 
  • Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment. 
  • Stand and walk for the entirety of an eight-hour shift, including moving safely through all areas of the event site.

 

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!  Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team! 

 

BENEFITS & PERKS: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!    

 

COMPENSATION DETAILS:

Compensation: Based on Experience


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($22.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Basic Knife Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Cleaning / Sanitation

Teamwork

Creativity

Prepping Ingredients

Strong Communication Skills

Communication

Problem Solving Skills

Positive Attitude

Attention to Detail

Ability to follow directions

Adaptability

Food Handler Certification

Customer Service Orientation

Physical Stamina

Taking Direction and Feedback

Ability to Follow Instructions

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Dependability

Discreation

Willingness to Learn

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