AM Prep Cook

Boka Restaurant Group and ‘Jean Blanchet Award of Culinary Excellence’ winner, Chef Gene Kato, are excited to announce their newest concept, ITOKO!

***This will be an AM position, from roughly 6am-1pm, Sundays Mondays Required***

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

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 ITOKO: ITOKO is a sushi and robata house located in Chicago’s historic Southport Lanes building. The menu features Kato’s high level of ingredients and technique, but brings a relaxed environment curated for the Southport neighborhood.   

AM PREP COOK’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

• Prepping of all line ingredients and other prep items
• Being knowledgeable of all menu items
• Measuring ingredients and seasonings, and preparing cooking ingredients
• Setting up and sanitizing work stations
• Ensuring all food items are properly stored and easily accessible

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Detail-oriented
• Self-motivated
• Good communicator

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

• Ability to lift 10- 30lbs 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 restaurant. 

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.