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JOB DETAILS

fuelgood Station Cook

CompanyParamount Events
LocationChicago
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 7, 2026
About The Company
Founded and led by Jodi Fyfe, Paramount Events is a woman-owned, green-certified, full-scale catering company specializing in seasonal, chef-driven cuisine and impeccable service. At Paramount Events, we measure success by the personal connections we build, fully investing in the happiness of our clients and their guests.
About the Role

Description

fuelgood is looking for a skilled and dependable Station Cook to join our culinary team. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in producing high-quality food in a corporate cafe and catering setting. We’re looking for a team player with strong culinary fundamentals and attention to detail.

Requirements

  • Completing all tasks in order according to flow of service/assigned daily menu 
  • Labeling and stocking all ingredients on easily accessible shelves  
  • Washing, chopping and sorting ingredients like fruits, vegetables and prepared ingredients   
  • Measuring quantities of seasonings and other cooking ingredients and completing basic recipes 
  • Reheating and preparation of all appropriate food and ingredients for assigned station daily 
  • Adhering to all relevant nutrition and sanitary regulations and standards?  
  • Keeping track of ingredient inventory and collaborating on the order guides with other kitchen and management staff to determine daily product needs. 
  • Other duties as assigned 

Skills and Qualifications  

  • Excellent customer interaction and communication skills 
  • Superior dexterity skills to operate cutting tools quickly and safely  
  • Keen understanding of industry-standard best cooking and preparation practices  
  • Familiarity with safe and sanitary food handling and preparation  
  • Certified in proper food handling, typically through a ServSafe Certification  
  • Knowledgeable of allergens and certified through ServSafe  
  • Good math skills with a clear understanding of cooking measurements  
  • Strong sense of smell and taste  
  • Excellent organizational, time management and multitasking skills  
  • Great collaboration and teamwork skills  
  • Effective communication skills  
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment  
  • At least one year of cooking experience  
  • Ability to work as part of a team  
  • Strong organization and active listening skills  
  • The ability to work on your feet for up to 8 hours on most days   
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds at a time?  
  • Exceptional time management skills? 

Compensation and Benefits:

This is an hourly (part time or full time), nonexempt compensated position with PTO, Sick Days and Paid Holidays. Full-time hourly employees can opt into full health benefits – medical, dental, vision, 401K eligible after one (1) year of employment. Other benefits include a free shift meal and most weekends off. 

Key Skills
Culinary FundamentalsFood HandlingSanitationInventory ManagementTime ManagementMultitaskingTeamworkCommunication SkillsCustomer InteractionKnife SkillsMath SkillsAttention To DetailActive ListeningOrganization
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityTrades
Benefits
Paid Time OffSick DaysPaid HolidaysMedical InsuranceDental InsuranceVision Insurance401kFree Shift Meal
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Station Cook is responsible for preparing, seasoning, and cooking ingredients according to daily menus while maintaining kitchen inventory. They must also ensure all food handling adheres to strict sanitary and nutritional regulations.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
0-2
💼Company Size
82
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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