Job Description
We are hiring immediately for full time and part time HELPER COOK positions.
Location: University of Chicago - 450 North Cityfront Plaza Drive, Chicago, IL 60611. Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Monday through Friday, hours may vary; some Saturdays are included. More details upon interview.
Requirement: Previous culinary or food service experience is preferred.
Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1408620.
The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions:
Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.
"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion."
Success on our team starts with our culture:
We have Wolfgang’s PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don’t have to.
We curate company and partner resources to bring our client’s vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.
“I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far.”
Job Summary
Summary: Learns to assists in the preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
Bakes, roasts, broils and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables and fruits.
Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.
Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
Location: University of Chicago - 450 North Cityfront Plaza Drive, Chicago, IL 60611. Note: online applications accepted only.
Schedule: Full time and part time schedules. Monday through Friday, hours may vary; some Saturdays are included. More details upon interview.
Requirement: Previous culinary or food service experience is preferred.
Pay Range: $18.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour.
Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging? Text JOB to 75000 and search requisition ID number 1408620.
The advertised program is a conversational recruiting assistant that helps you apply to jobs with Compass Group. Message frequency varies. Message and data rates may apply. Text STOP to opt out or HELP for help. Terms and conditions:
Wolfgang Puck Catering is committed to recruiting individuals who express an interest in and passion for hospitality-driven experiences; who come from diverse backgrounds, are open-minded and curious about our clients and guests; and, most of all, who possess a welcoming smile and spirit. Our ultimate goal is to develop mentoring and career building opportunities through a talent pipeline that allows us to promote from within.
"The most important thing in life, whatever you do, has to be passion."
Success on our team starts with our culture:
We have Wolfgang’s PASSION for our business, our product, and our people / guests / clients.
A FLEXIBLE MINDSET is key; we are strategic business partners who wear multiple hats.
Our services require a CONCIERGE mentality, a bias to action with humble hospitality.
We are out-of-the-box PROBLEM SOLVERS, who look around corners so our clients and guests don’t have to.
We curate company and partner resources to bring our client’s vision to life. We seek to cultivate the next generation of talent, purveyors and partnerships.
We bring an entrepreneurial approach to deliver results for our clients (you might call this scrappy).
Collaboration and openness to innovative business tools, new ways of thinking and ability to partner across departments are essential to create optimal business solutions.
“I can have the best food, but if we don’t have good people, it won’t get you very far.”
Job Summary
Summary: Learns to assists in the preparation and cooking of various food items prior to being considered a qualified, skilled cook. Maintains food safety and sanitation standards in the preparation and kitchen areas.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Learns to read menu to estimate food requirements. Orders food from supplier or procures it from storage.
Prepares and cooks food in accordance with company production records and standardized recipes.
Learns to adjust thermostat controls to regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, roasters and steam kettles.
Helps measure and mix ingredients according to recipes using a variety of kitchen utensils and equipment.
Bakes, roasts, broils and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods under guidance. Adds seasoning to food during mixing or cooking under the instruction of others.
Tests food by tasting, smelling and piercing to determine that it is cooked.
Carves meat, portions food on serving plates, and adds gravies, sauces and garnishes to fill orders as directed.
Washes, peels, cuts and shreds fruits and vegetables and fruits.
Butchers chicken, fish and shellfish as directed.
Bakes bread, rolls, cakes and pastry as course of instruction permits.
Maintains work area and equipment. Follows principles of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment.
Interacts with customers and coworkers in a courteous, efficient and friendly manner.
Ensures compliance with company service standards and inventory and cash control procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Associates at Wolfgang Puck Catering are offered many fantastic benefits.
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance/ AD
Disability Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
Associate Shopping Program
Health and Wellness Programs
Discount Marketplace
Identity Theft Protection
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Maryland, Washington State, or to be performed Remotely, for information on additional company-provided time off benefits.
Abides by all Company policies and procedures including but not limited to:
The use of a medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins or cleaning a slicer.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HELPER COOK (FULL TIME AND PART TIME) - Now Hiring position is now open for candidates interested in the Cook / Chef Jobs sector. This role in Chicago offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Cook / Chef Jobs is a plus.
