Cook I

  • The Tapastry
  • Libertyville, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details Our new tapas restaurant is seeking an experienced and efficient head cook.
We beleive in a collaborative kitchen environment where creativity and teamwork thrive. We are looking for a candidate with the following skill set:

-leadership
-communication
-concern for integrity of product
-reliable
-team player

Core Responsibilities:
Prepare and cook menu items to our standards, manage your assigned station during service, maintain a clean and organized workspace and adhere to all food safety guidelines.

Required experience:
Strong knife skills, proficiency in various cooking techniques. Ability to work quickly and efficiently with attention to detail.

Food Safety:
Knowledge of proper food handling and sanitation practices. Current food handlers permit required.

Physical requirements:
Ability to stand for long periods, able to lift heavy kitchen food items and tools, and able to work in a hot & fast pacead kitchen environment.

Compensation:
Competitive pay based on experience
Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($18.00 - $22.00) plus tips

Required Skills

Food Preparation

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Communication

Cooking

Time Management

Knife Skills

Inventory Management

Customer Service

Organization

Following Recipes

Safety and Sanitation

Communication Skills

Operating Kitchen Equipment

Organizational Skills

Waste Control

Food Safety Knowledge

Positive Attitude

Sanitation

Food Safety

Recipe Following

Culinary Skills

Portion Control

Food Prep

Math Skills

Quality Control

Cleaning / Sanitation

Team Player

Ability to operate kitchen equipment

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Job ID: 486220367
Originally Posted on: 7/21/2025

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