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Onni Group of Companies

Cook 1

part-time•Chicago

Summary

Location

Chicago

Type

part-time

Experience

0-2 years

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About this role

Job Description:

The Emily Hotel is looking for a dedicated Cook 1. Cook 1 will prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe sanitary work environment.  Responsible for helping achieve ongoing guest satisfaction and team goals. 

Perks & Benefits:

  • Competitive pay and a Comprehensive Benefit Package 
  • Health Saving Account, Flexible Saving Account, Employee Assistance Program 
  • Annual Education Allowance 
  • Generous Referral Program 
  • Fun and collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events 
  • Friends and Family rates for Level Hotels & Furnished Suites, The Opus Hotel and The Emily Hotel

What Will You Do?

  • Cook food items such as meats, fish, entrees, vegetables, sauces, eggs, etc., according to a pre-assigned schedule.
  • Plating and garnishing meal items in accordance with the instructions provided by the Chef.
  • Expedite food in cooperation with other cooks so it comes out in a simultaneous/consistent fashion.
  • Ensuring that all cooking stations are adequately stocked with the necessary meal ingredients and cooking equipment.
  • Assist with preparation and production of menu items following standardized recipes and procedures, and using equipment such as grills, fryers, steamers, ranges, broilers, steam kettles, and ovens.
  • Use mixers, slicers, and choppers in preparation of recipes and food for service.
  • Demonstrate excellent knife skills and product identification, all while keeping in mind sense of urgency and time restrictions
  • Assist in the supervision, training, and delegation of work for personnel in the food service unit.
  • Follow safety/sanitation procedures in the handling of food/equipment.
  • Serve and dish up foods, adhering to standardized portions, as required.
  • Clean kitchen and wash/clean kitchen utensils and equipment.
  • Assist in special cleaning projects, as assigned.
  • Maintain efficient standards of operation and time preparation periods to meet service schedules.
  • assure that food reaches serving lines at proper temperatures.
  • May be required to butcher meats, fish and poultry for portioning and production.
  • May be required to assist in the setting up, serving and cooking of menu items required for special functions, catered events or buffets.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Assist in prep work as required for the next shift.
  • Assist with special social functions required by hotel for clients.
  • Maintain an inventory of needed supplies; keep all items at par level.
  • Certified in food handling within 60 days of assignment by approved trainer.
  • Comply with standards as outlined in food sanitation checklist.
  • Complete monthly food audit.
  • Be familiar with hotel facilities and their location and hours.
  • Put away all supplies according to hotel food standards, in a timely manner.
  • Other duties assigned by supervisor as needed.

What You Bring

  • Culinary arts education preferred
  • Experience as a line cook in a similar environment preferred
  • High School Diploma or GED

 

 

Salary Range:

$24.95 / Hourly

 

 

About The Company:

Onni

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

 

AI Use:

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws.

 

All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work.

 

How To Apply:

Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents.

We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

 

 

What you'll do

  • Cook food items according to a pre-assigned schedule and ensure all cooking stations are stocked with necessary ingredients. Assist in the supervision and training of personnel while maintaining safety and sanitation standards.

About Onni Group of Companies

For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North American cities such as Los Angeles, Seattle, Chicago, Phoenix, Toronto, and Vancouver. We’ve constructed over 12,000 new homes, own and manage more than 6,200 rental apartments, built more than 9.5 million square feet of office, retail, and industrial space, and have an additional 24 million square feet of space in different phases of development. Employing thousands of people across North America, Onni is one of the continents largest and most established developers of real estate. It’s our more than 50-year track record of delivering award-winning, high quality developments that makes Onni a trusted brand. At Onni, we understand that our business is dependent upon our customers and the communities we serve. It is why we believe so strongly in planning for the future and giving back to those communities through long-lasting relationships that span over generations. We believe the culmination of our passion for building world-class urban communities, quality design, innovation and sustainability, yields exceptional communities and experiences where our customers live, work, and play. It’s our commitment to living well. It’s a celebration of community, today and for the future.

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