We are hiring a Cook at The Art Institute of Chicago. The pay range is $18.00 to $25.00.

Diversity of thought and inclusion for all is what drives our success - we invite you to start your journey with us today! Are you looking for a job with competitive wages, one in which you can learn and grow and be a part of a great team? We're hiring!

At Levy, we leverage unbridled creativity, custom strategies, impeccable service, and true love for great food to create unforgettable experiences. Founded in Chicago 40 years ago, Levy is now a leading presence in the Food, Beverage, and Retail industry across 200 plus Entertainment, Sports, and Restaurant venues across the country.

Job Summary: Prepares food in accordance with applicable federal, state, and corporate standards, guidelines, and regulations with established policies and procedures. Ensures quality food service is provided at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares high-quality food items according to standardized recipes and instructions to meet production, delivery, and service schedules.
• Serves meals or prepares for delivery by using correct portioning, meeting outlined standards, ensuring that food is at the correct temperature and is attractive and tasty.
• Tastes all prepared food items.
• Uses established ticket collection procedures during service.
• Responsible for records from area worked during service periods.
• Cleans kitchen after preparation and serving, maintaining high standards of cleanliness.
• Stores or discards excess food in accordance with safe food-handling procedures.
• Keeps refrigerators and storerooms clean and neat.
• Ensures food and supply items are stored per standards.
• Operates and maintains kitchen equipment as instructed.
• Assists in production planning, record keeping, and reporting as required.
• Assists in the ordering and receiving of all food and supplies as required.
• Reports needed maintenance, faulty equipment, or accidents to the supervisor immediately.
• Attends in-service and safety meetings.
• Maintains good working relationships with coworkers, customers, administrators, and managers.
• Performs job safely while maintaining a clean, safe work environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Ensures proper presentation, portion control, and maintenance of serving temperatures; follows HACCP standards.
• Maintains personal commitment to safety and that of others.
• Abides by all Company policies and procedures including the use of medium weight cut gloves when handling or using knives, peelers, choppers, mandolins, or cleaning a slicer.
• Uses oven mitts, fryer gloves, or steamer gloves when handling hot pans from ovens, warmers, or steam tables.
• Utilizes slip-resistant shoes and proper lifting techniques.

Apply to Levy today!

Levy is a member of Compass Group USA. Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Associates Of Levy Are Offered Many Fantastic Benefits.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Instapay (early access to your wages) and high interest savings through the EVEN app.
• Associate Shopping Program.
• Health and Wellness Program.
• Discount Marketplace.
• Employee Assistance Program.

• Ability to prepare food in accordance with federal, state, and corporate standards.
• Experience in using standardized recipes and instructions.
• Knowledge of food safety and HACCP standards.
• Strong attention to cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.