Line Cook

About Us

We are a high-volume restaurant and pizzeria. We are seeking cooks/prep staff, preferably with experience, for full-time positions. Please respond with your resume or a list of your work experience and the phone number where you prefer to be contacted. Compensation is very competitive for the right candidate and is based on experience. Punctuality, a professional appearance, and basic knowledge of food handling are required.

 

Happy Camper, Homeslice, or Paradise Park - Chicago - Happy Hospitality

Chicago, IL

Position Opening: Line Cook

Job Summary

You’ll be responsible for preparing and executing our menu with consistency, care, and attention to detail, while working as part of a collaborative kitchen team. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their craft, enjoys working with their hands, and is excited to learn and grow within a team that cares about quality and hospitality. You’ll ensure proper service from the front line through quality control, training of line cooks and ensure proper sanitation levels.

 

Responsibilities

• Check all items against the recipe cards, verify that use records are followed for all items served and that food is presented in an efficient, quality manner.
• Monitor the line set up prior to all meal functions to ensure maximum efficiency during meal periods.
• Monitor the equipment maintenance and kitchen "clean as you go" policy to ensure strict adherence.
• Prepare food of consistent quality following recipe cards and production and portion standards, per dupe from servers.
• Start food items that are prepared ahead of time, making sure not to prepare more than estimated needs.
• Date all food containers and rotate as per the SOP, making sure that all perishables are kept at proper temperatures.
• Check parts for shift use, determine necessary preparation, freezer pull and line set up.
• Note any out-of-stock items or possible shortages.
• Return all food items not used on the shift to designated storage areas, being sure to cover/date all perishables.
• Maintain consistency, quality, and presentation across all dishes
• Follow all food safety and sanitation guidelines and requirements
• Assist with maintaining cleanliness in shared spaces, including the dining room as needed
• Monitor product levels and assist with stocking and organization
• Help ensure smooth and efficient kitchen operations during service
• Carefully follows standard recipes while preparing assigned items for food service 
• Consistently uses safe and sanitary food handling practices 
• Assists other cooks during emergencies or rush periods 
• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving areas to ensure safe and sanitary food-handling practices 
• Assists in plating food items for service 
• Cleans assigned work station areas 
• Ensure food is stored and cooked at the correct temperature by regulating the temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters 
• Carefully follows instructions and procedures set and communicated by the Chef

Other Functions

• Support dishwashing and general kitchen upkeep as needed
• Communicate clearly and work collaboratively with team members
• Maintain a positive and respectful working environment
• Interact with guests when needed and help address questions or concerns
• Assist with prep, station setup, and breakdown before, during, and after service
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, including equipment and storage areas
• Assist in setting up plans and actions to correct any food cost problems; control food waste, loss and usage per SOP.

Physical Functions

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Ability to withstand extremely high temperatures during an entire shift. Resilience to work with hot stovetops, pots, pans, ingredients.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness.
• Lifting, pushing, pulling and carrying: Position regularly involves lifting food cases and metros weighing up to 50 lbs. Items include food, small equipment -75% of the time.
• Periodic climbing required.
• Bending of the knees does become necessary when using the lower oven for cooking, 5-10 times a day.
• Mobility -full range of mobility and the ability to travel 30-50 feet on a regular basis throughout the day.
• Continuous standing -during preparation, during service hours or during expediting, usually all day.
• Must be able to hear equipment timers and communicate with other staff.
• Must be able to see that product is prepared appropriately.
• Must be able to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications/Requirements

• Previous experience in a kitchen or hospitality setting preferred
• You have an appreciation for pizza, dough, and the craft that goes into it
• You’re available to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Spanish speaking ability preferred

Certifications

Food Handlers Certification

Compensation Details

Compensation: $18-22/hr based on experience

 

Benefits

Get Paid $ to Refer your Friends*

50% dining discounts during shift

25% dining discounts at other Happy Hospitality locations

Flexible schedules in a fun, family friendly, team environment

Medical, Dental and Vision Options**

Paid time off – vacation and sick**

Free Uniform (Up to two branded T-Shirts)  

*Referred Employees Must Be in Good Standing

**Eligibility based off of time in position and average hours worked

Department: Back of House

Reports to: Kitchen Manager

Status: Variable hour

FLSA Code: Non Exempt

Location: Chicago

​Happy Hospitality is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age, veteran status, life experiences and ideas. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities and strive to provide an inclusive culture that embraces diversity. Must be eligible to legally work in the United States.