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Kitchen Helper @ Tubby's Taste - Chicago, IL

Tubby’s Taste is a vegan online cookie company. Each uniquely flavored vegan cookie of ours tells a story inspired by our Jamaican-American roots! Made with organic, nut- and soy-free ingredients, and boasting flavors like Mango Coconut Lime and Oatmeal Rum Raisin, you've NEVER had vegan cookies like this!

Internship Description & Objectives:
  • Follow the prep list created by Manager
  • Prepare baking ingredients by portioning and prepping ingredients etc.
  • Package products and prepare packaging such as building boxes.
  • Clean, organize, stock and label storage areas and pantry
  • Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash etc.
  • Comply with nutrition and sanitation guidelines
  • Complete weekly kitchen close-out, inventory, tracking + deep clean
  • Prep-work and production planning for online orders
  • Prepare food items in accordance with production requirements and quality standards while maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.
  • Assist head chef in menu planning and recipe alteration activities.
  • Learn vegan baking techniques
  • Assist with ordering of ingredients and supplies and maintenance of inventory within kitchen.
  • Work with major kitchen equipment, learning the ins and outs of a commercial kitchen.
  • Develop understanding of the mechanics of food preparation, teamwork, and overall back of the house experience.

Required Skills:
  • Be over the age of 18
  • Have ServSafe Food Handler Certificate (or be willing to obtain prior to start date)
  • Positive can-do attitude a must
  • Attention to detail and empathy
  • Proven experience as a prep cook
  • Manual dexterity able to operate cutting tools and kitchen utensils
  • Knowledge of health and safety rules in a kitchen
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Excel at problem solving and understanding big picture
  • A team player with good communication skills
  • Patient with an ability to stay positive under pressure
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds

Additional Requirements:
  • Complete a 2-4 hour stage (aka trial run)
  • Slip resistant shoes
  • Prefer to hire someone who is vaccinated against Covid-19
  • Valid Driver’s license and access to a car is a plus
  • Be willing to travel within the city

Number of Hours per Week:
15 hours per week

Schedule:
Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 9am to 1pm

Location:
The Hatchery @ 135 N. Kedzie Ave. Chicago, IL 60612
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Hourly Rate:
$15.00/hour

How to Apply:
To apply, email resume to [email protected]. 
ICNC - Industrial Council of Nearwest Chicago
320 N Damen Ave., First Floor
Chicago, IL. 60612
Tel: (312) 421-3941
Fax: (312) 313-4995 
Email: [email protected]
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