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The Company:

Arrowhead restaurant offers a fine-dining experience with stunning views that overlook our 27-hole golf course. In addition to our restaurant, we also cater to events such as weddings, banquets, golf outings, showers, and corporate events while exceeding guest expectations.

This is a fast-paced position involving preparation of food in accordance with the established recipes and industry standards at Arrowhead Restaurant & Bar. Ensure that services are conducted and fulfilled in a manner consistent with the goals and objectives of the Wheaton Park District.

The Position:

• Follow menu requirements in relation to plate specifications and recipe adherence.
• Utilize inventory in a most effective manner to maximize costs and control waste while adhering to the kitchen budget and providing a superior product.
• Train staff to follow portion control and product waste guidelines.
• Maintain labor cost within the guidelines of the budget and seasonal needs.
• Create and develop recipes and specials.
• Create and order food products within proper inventory guidelines and equipment requirements to execute menus.
• Ensure all food is purchased in accordance with menu specs, food bid requirements and guidelines set by the Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage.
• Ensure all menu items are available 100% of the time.
• Manage responsible prepping for anticipated usage.
• Confirm function sheet for time and special preparation needs. Attend weekly event meetings with banquet and restaurant staff to ensure up to date information is communicated and performed consistently.
• Support banquet and restaurant operations by remaining accommodating to all special requests.
• Maintain temperature checks for each shift.
• Cooking or prepping when needed as directed by Executive Chef.
• Expedite food when line is appropriately staffed.
• Ensure that high standards of sanitation, cleanliness, and safety are maintained throughout all kitchen areas at all times to meet state, local, and internal rules and regulations.
• Ensure uniforms and appearance meet Arrowhead standards.
• Perform Executive Chef’s daily duties in his/her absence.
• Create staff schedules to provide efficient use of labor and approve timecards
• Create daily prep lists for restaurant and banquet events ensuring correct amounts and quality of products is produced.
• Meet dress and grooming standards maintaining a professional appearance.
• Maintain secure storage areas to prevent loss of product.
• Support, promote, and make recommendations regarding all safety, health, and loss control policies as adopted by the District.

Why you should apply:

Arrowhead is owned and operated by the Wheaton Park District. Park districts are all about leisure, recreation and conservation. If this interests you, we offer the following:

• $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year DOQ
• Health (HMO or PPO), with very low employee contribution for employee, spouse, and dependents.
• 100% employer paid dental insurance for employee, spouse, and dependents.
• 100% employer paid vision insurance for the employee.
• 100% employer paid life insurance at 1.5 times your annual salary.
• Health insurance incentive up to $4,500 per year.
• FSA and Dependent Care pre-tax via payroll deduction.
• Pension Plan through the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund, including employer contributions.
• Paid time off including 12 sick days per year, 12 vacation days, 2 personal days (pro-rated first year), 12 ½ holidays.
• Free use of fitness center, two pools, golf, and entrance to Cosley Zoo to employees and family members eligible for insurance coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement, discounts on merchandise, professional memberships, and other voluntary benefits.

The Qualifications:

• Must be a high school graduate or GED equivalent with at least three (3) years of experience in a Sous Chef position.
• Must have or be in the process of obtaining a Food Sanitation Certificate and be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Must have experience managing a staff of at least eight (8) or more for at least two (2) years.
• Must have knowledge of sauces, soups, cold and butcher, roast, fry, grill, and basic solving, analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and written and verbal communication skills.
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record; CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment; Illinois food sanitation certificate; and Basset certificate.

The Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V