Lead Line Cook

3 years

Culinary Lead

This is DAYTIME POSITION with no regular nighttime hours. We are l ooking for a f ull t ime creative, detail-oriented cook | Culinary Lead at our new location in Wilmette who take s great pride in putting forth good looking and consistent plates . This position will be responsible for working closely with Store Ownership to ensure all menu items are delivered at the highest standard and are consistent with the companys culinary vision . The ideal candidate MUST be bi-lingual (English | Spanish) . We offer a small team where all member s contributions are valued.

This role will develop a schedule for launching specials and new menu items, manage BOH employees, work with Owner to execute new menu items , monitor food safety, ensure kitchen | cafe cleanliness, order food | supplies and control costs by monitoring expenditures and minimizing waste .

The Lunchroom sits inside SPACE 519, a meticulously curated fashion and lifestyle destination like no other . The original location, in the Gold Coast neighborhood of downtown Chicago, opened in 2010 . Then in 2018, the shop moved to its current location and w ith this expansion came food programming including The Lunchroom . This summer, SPACE 519 begins a new chapter with the opening of a second flagship location in the much-anticipated historic redevelopment of Plaza del Lago in Wilmette . I f you are a collaborative, energetic self- starter we encourage you to apply.

Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years relevant kitchen experience, excellent communications skills and strong attention to detail. Bilingual language skills (English | Spanish) are required . Working in an open kitchen environment requires our Culinary Team to be professional in appearance and polished to deliver exceptionaloutput to the stores upscale clientele. Since The Lunchroom at SPACE 519 is not regularly open for dinner, evening shifts are not part of the weekly schedule. Please learn more about our business and view our menu by visiting space519thelunchroom.com .

Compensation (for full-time employment) includes :

• Competitive Hourly

• Medical and dental benefits through BlueCross | BlueShield available

• 2 Weeks Paid time off annually + Paid Holidays

• Employee Store + Dining Discounts

SPACE 519 | The Lunchroom is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

Compensation: Hourly ($23.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Paid Time Off, Dining Discounts

Ability to Work Collaboratively With a Team

Strong Leadership Skills

Experience in Menu Development

Knowledge of Food Safety Standards

Ability to Manage Kitchen Operations

Cost Control and Budgeting Skills

Ability to Minimize Waste

Experience in Launching New Menu Items

Ability to Maintain Cleanliness in the Kitchen

Strong Organizational Skills

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Customer Service Orientation

Adaptability to Changing Environments

Time Management Skills

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