Line Cooks - Shedd Aquarium

Job Listing: Line Cooks - Shedd Aquarium

Job Overview:

The Line Cook at Shedd Aquarium plays a crucial role in providing an exceptional dining experience for guests. As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for preparing high-quality food in a timely, accurate, and consistent manner. You'll take on line and grill responsibilities within a fast-paced kitchen environment, showcasing your creativity and attention to detail. This role supports Sodexo Live!'s commitment to operational excellence, high culinary standards, and guest satisfaction. The Line Cook will be responsible for preparing menu items according to standards for quality, taste, and presentation. They will support overall kitchen operations, adhering to all health, sanitation, and safety procedures.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Food Preparation & Coordination: Prepare and coordinate orders, ensuring all dishes are cooked in a timely, accurate, consistent, and high-quality manner to meet guest expectations.

• Health & Safety Compliance: Follow all established health, sanitation, and safety procedures, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.

• Guest Satisfaction & Teamwork: Contribute to a goal of 100% customer satisfaction through a commitment to teamwork, engaging service, and a positive attitude.

• Safety & Cleanliness Standards: Consistently maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment, following Sodexo Live!'s safety protocols.

• Problem Solving & Memorable Experiences: Act as a passionate problem solver and memory maker, going the extra mile to create a warm, welcoming experience for every guest, whether local or visiting.

Key Attributes & Qualifications:

• Preferred Education: Culinary degree from an accredited college or university (not required).

• Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in food preparation in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.

• Professional & Friendly Demeanor: You project a positive and approachable attitude that enhances each guest interaction, creating meaningful connections with visitors of all backgrounds.

• Can-Do Spirit: Eager to provide exceptional service, you go above and beyond to ensure a memorable experience for each guest, demonstrating adaptability and attention to detail.

• Multi-Tasking & Fast-Paced Efficiency: Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively in a busy, high-energy environment.

• Excellent Communication Skills: Exhibits clear, patient, and engaging communication, with a natural ease in connecting with people and delivering superior guest service.

• Team Player & Independent Worker: Capable of working collaboratively in a team as well as independently, following written and verbal directions accurately.

Other Requirements:

• Able to operate safely and effectively in an environment with wet floors, temperature extremes, and noise, and can lift up to 50 pounds.

• Able to speak, read, write, and understand the primary language(s) used by guests.

Why Join Us:

At Shedd Aquarium, you'll be part of a collaborative and innovative team culture dedicated to creating memorable guest experiences. As a member of the Sodexo Live! team, you'll be supporting Shedd Aquarium's mission to make a difference every day-for animals, for conservation, and for our guests. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about food, guest satisfaction, and supporting Shedd's conservation values.

Join us in making a difference at Shedd Aquarium and delivering an exceptional culinary experience for all guests!

Hours may be extended or irregular to include nights, weekends and holidays.

Thank you for expressing interest in employment with Sodexo Live!. While only those candidates considered for this position will be contacted, your resume will remain on file for 90 days.

Sodexo Live! is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable Federal, State or Local law.