Boka Restaurant Group and Top Chef/Iron Chef winner, James Beard Award-winning chef, Stephanie Izard, are currently seeking a Pastry Cook to join the team of Duck Duck Goat, located in the heart of Restaurant Row in the West Loop!
ABOUT BOKA RESTAURANT GROUP: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/
ABOUT DUCK DUCK GOAT: Chef Stephanie Izard brings her version of reasonably authentic Chinese food to Chicago's West Loop. Duck Duck Goat features hand-pulled noodles, house-made dumplings, wontons, spring rolls, and more, ensuring no diner leaves hungry—or without takeout for tomorrow. The restaurant space represents an “everytown Chinatown”— a dreamlike version of the stores and shops found in all quintessential American Chinatowns.
PASTRY COOK’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Plating desserts while following recipes
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Small prep tasks and knifework
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Maintaining cleanliness of kitchen
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Opening or closing the kitchen
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Upholding the standards of Stephanie Izard and Boka Restaurant Group
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Hardworking
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High volume kitchen abilities
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Food handlers' certification
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Flexible schedule
This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to gaining knowledge and experience in a fast-paced, creative atmosphere. We are searching for hard-working individuals with a great attitude who are enthusiastic and eager to learn!
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Ability to lift 20-50lbs if necessary.
- Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment.
- Stand and walk for the entirety of an eight-hour shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant.
If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, and ready to learn, we want to hear from you! Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team!
BENEFITS & PERKS: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!
COMPENSATION DETAILS:
Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00/hr.
