Prep Cook

Job Location:
South Barrington - South Barrington, IL

Position Type:
Part Time

Salary Range: $15.00 - $24.00 Hourly

Job Category:
Restaurant - Food Service

We are tangled up in small town roots here at Tangled Roots Craft Beer and Kitchen!

Our name reflects that our company is made up of different people from different places all tangled together with one common goal – bringing a remarkable small-town hospitality experience to each and every guest - every time.

Since we opened the doors of our flagship brew pub in 2016, we have been adding new locations rapidly and expanding opportunities for all team members!

Take your career to the next level with the benefits of Tangled Roots:

• Growth opportunity available
• Competitive wage opportunities
• Generous time off policies
• 401K + Matching
• Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more
• Employee discounts on beer, food, and retail!

At Tangled Roots, we take pride in "embracing your nature”.

This individual will prepare food to the chefs’ exact specifications and set up stations to prepare the menu. Line Cook responsibilities will include assisting all chefs with their daily tasks. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to customer satisfaction and acquisition goals.

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g., chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook items on menu in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report, and follow executive or sous chef instructions
• Clean up station and handle leftover food with proper labels
• Stock inventory properly following guidelines
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with co-workers and customers

Tangled Roots participates in E-Verify and will conduct employment eligibility verification checks on new hires after a job offer is accepted, in accordance with Federal Law.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Proven cooking experience, including time as a line chef, restaurant cook, or prep cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing tasks
• Familiarity with industry’s best practices
• Serve Safe Certificate within 2 weeks of employment

• Critical thinking skills
• Teamwork and leadership qualities
• Communication skills