Berenjak Line Cook - Soho House Chicago

<p>We're excited to bring Berenjak to Chicago. Inspired by the beloved neighborhood kebab houses of Tehran, Berenjak is a place where incredible food, genuine hospitality, and bringing people together around the table are at the heart of everything we do. As we prepare to open our doors, we're looking for passionate, and dedicated people to join our founding team. Whether you're welcoming guests, crafting memorable dining experiences, or working behind the scenes, every role is an important part of creating a restaurant where both our guests and our team feel truly cared for.</p> <p><strong>The role…</strong></p> <p>At Soho House, a <strong>Line Cook</strong>&nbsp;is responsible for ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly, seamless preparing food and sauces, and assisting Senior Chefs with service. As a <strong>Line Cook</strong>, you thrive in fast-paced environments and positively influence fellow members of the team to remain calm during a busy service.</p> <p>A successful <strong>Line Cook </strong>is a critical member of the team due to the diverse and specialized skill set and proven ability to execute all menu items properly from prep to plate and deliver top-quality dishes from all stations.</p> <p><strong>Main Duties</strong></p> <ul> <li>Well-versed on all menu items and able to produce consistent and quality dishes in fast-paced and demanding environments and on all stations</li> <li>Daily responsibilities also include preparing food items in the pantry, fry station, and other kitchen areas while adhering to allergy requests and specific dish alterations.</li> <li>Assist with inventory to support the kitchen operating at a sustainable food cost</li> <li>Sets up stations according to Kitchen guidelines, and maintains a safe, clean, organized, and stocked work area.</li> <li>Watch wastage, cooking temps and quality to reduce additional costs, influence others on the cost of product and how it contributes to the profit and loss of the company.</li> <li>Production and a-la-carte dish(s) execution. Including weekend feast ideas and family meals.</li> <li>Delegate some tasks as needed while also ensuring proper procedure is followed when clocking in and out for shifts as well as breaks</li> <li>Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with pre and post-service meeting when requested.</li> <li>Work towards specific goals and Soho House Standards for speed of service goals and consistent experience for Soho House Standards for service; 3-8-10</li> <li>Positive influence for the team under pressure and provide a welcoming work environment that increases staff morale.</li> <li>Attend “Cook House” trainings and support the mentoring and education of new and existing team members on areas they