ORD - Chicago, IL - First Cook (ORD) at LSG Sky Chefs – Des Plaines, Illinois

LSGSky Chefs is best known as one of the world's largest airline catering and hospitality companies, for over 75 years. Our Customer Service Center in Des Plaines, near O'Hare airport, is one of our flagship locations in the U.S., serving major airline customers. We are growing and looking for ambitious individuals to join our culinary team and work in a dynamic, team-based and fast-paced environment.

If you have any questions orwishtocontact us directly, we can be reached at (847) 505-2102. Thank you and look forward to speaking withyou soon! LSGSky Chefs Recruiting Team.

We are located at 200 E. Touhy Ave., Des Plaines, IL60018

The First Cook is a key member of our culinary team and works in close cooperation with our team of Chefs and Second Cooks preparing and producing meals to meetour airline customer requirements.

A strong candidate for this position is one who has a)formal culinary school training, and/or 3-5 years of experience in ahigh volume, fast-paced production environment; b)Excellent knife skills, c) solid proficiency in various cooking methods and use of use of cookware.

More specifically:

• Culinary degree or cooking certification preferred or at least 1 year of experience prepping in a high-volume institutional catering environment.
• Understanding of basic cooking techniques
• Knowledge and use of different cutting techniques
• Ability to understand and follow superior (Cook I and above) instructions.
• Must be able to use fingers/hands to handle cooking tools and equipment
• Understanding of Food hygiene standards and HACCP Compliance.
• Ability to speak, read and understand English.
• Must be able to lift and push 50+ lbs
• Must be able to stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during shift of 8+ hours.
• Must be flexible and able to react to changing priorities.
• Comply with all work rules and regulations.

• Work assigned schedule which may include nights, weekends and holidays.
• Work overtime when required.
• Wear Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• Pass a criminal background check and drug screen.

EnvironmentalRequirements:

-May beexposed toextreme temperature changes and noise.

-This position requires to be active, walking, heavy lifting and pushing 50+ lbs.

-Regularly stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during shifts of 8+ hours.

• Full-time, permanent work, steady employment throughout the year / at least 40 hours / week plus overtime opportunities.
• Short distance - local route to O'Hare airport
• Weekly pay
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance after 30 days of employment
• 401(k) plan
• Paid vacations, sick days and holiday paid after 1 year of employment
• Free parking
• Credit Union
• Free Meal with Every Shift Worked
• Free uniforms, Personal Protective Equipment and Safety shoes.