Elevate Your Craft in the Heart of the Loop
This is more than just a Line Cook position — it’s your opportunity to be part of something exceptional. Join a distinguished culinary team led by Michelin-starred Executive Chef and Culinary Director Nick Dostal, where classic technique meets modern creativity in a kitchen dedicated to excellence. Refine your skills, work with premium ingredients, and grow alongside some of Chicago’s most respected chefs. Be part of a historic club — and help shape culinary history, one plate at a time.
Reports to : Executive Sous Chef & Executive Chef / Culinary Director
Job Duties :
- Prepare and produce a variety of high-quality dishes as per guest orders, while following approved recipes & specifications in an accurate and timely manner
- Perform work on different kitchen line stations as per business demands.
- Cook menu items in alignment with the kitchen team to deliver dishes simultaneously at an appropriate time.
- Weigh and measure ingredients; use recipes to produce dishes up to standard.
- Maintain a thorough working knowledge of recipes, ingredients, allergens, and food presentation.
- Ensure that food quality, quantity, freshness, and presentation meet standards.
- Maintain department cleanliness and organization, adhere to safe work and equipment practices, and follow all food safety, health, and sanitation standards.
- Perform work on different kitchen line stations as per business demands.
- Set up stock stations and replenish kitchen inventory along with necessary supplies.
- Ensure all products and prepared items are labeled, dated, initialed, covered, and rotated following FIFO.
- Exhibit mindfulness of volume due to open kitchen setting
- Follow all company policies, procedures, and guidelines including being ready to work at scheduled shift time, in uniform, with neat and presentable appearance.
- Follow and take directions along with recipes to designated specifications.
- Work in a clean, organized, and efficient manner in a high-pressure environment.
- Strong work ethic, collaborator, and member-focused approach
- Resourcefully and proactively resolve issues with colleagues or escalate issues to management.
- Perform work with attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills.
- Communicate with effective interpersonal skills and build positive work relationships.
- Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
- Perform all other assigned duties and / or based on business needs.
Requirements
Minimum 3 years’ experience as a Line Cook in a fine dining restaurant / grill.Valid Food Handler’s & Allergen Certification.Must have excellent knife skills and proficiency in all aspects of cooking.Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures.Ability to work a flexible schedule including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.Physical Demands
Must be able to stand & walk for the duration of the shirt, up to 10 hours constantly, up to 6 days per week.Must be able to work in a variable temperature environment frequently.Must be able to work in a loud environmentMust be able to pull, push, lift and carry up to 50 pounds constantly.Must be able to use both hands and fingers to reach, grasp, and hold items safely.Must be able to bend and twist frequently.Must be able to hear, see, taste and smell always.