Line Cook

Zeitlin's Delicatessen is a Jewish Deli that uses the city of Chicago as our inspiration.  Started by two brothers, Zeitlin’s focusses on classic Ashkenazi Jewish cuisine using local produce, grains, and ingredients.  The team is opening their first store front in Lincoln Park.  We are actively looking for new team members to work as line cooks and prep cooks.

Job Description :

We are looking for someone with a great attitude, a kind heart, and strong work ethic.  Being on time is important and we value integrity across the board.  We bake, cook, and produce top quality food and desire to showcase the beauty of the Jewish Deli.  Early mornings are mandatory.  Full time work available.  Looking for people to grow with the Deli.

Overview : The team member role is in charge of producing and maintaining exceptional quality of bread, bagels, and prepared foods.  The cooks role will be to possess proficient cooking and baking skills while maintaining an organized station.  The team member will be responsible for weighing out recipes, organizing the kitchen, and preparing Zeitlin’s food related items, from bagel sandwiches, pastries, salads, deli meats, entrees, and much more.  The team member will report to the baking manager and owner. Above all, the team member must do all to contribute to a positive work environment as set forth by the culture and values of Zeitlin's Delicatessen.

Essential Job Functions :

Food

• Weigh out, prepare, and organize food to be sold at markets and wholesale
• Communicate with the manager of product needs related to menu items
• Follow the managers directions to execute food at the highest quality level
• Prep food products according to weekly orders.
• Work service making sandwiches, sides, and prepared foods
• Lead the staff in following the standards for proper food handling
• Use proper rotation, first in first out, checking for quality, preventing food waste

Health & Safety

Employee Relations

Other Requirements

Experience / Skills :

(Opportunity to Qualify For)

Benefits & Perks : Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Wellness Program

Benefits & Perks : Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Wellness Program