Broiler Cook — High-Volume Kitchen, Great Benefits

The-Smith; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Bonus

Benefits

401(k)

EAP

Gym discounts

Commuter benefits

Referral bonus

Paid time off

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Corner Table Restaurants' The Smith in Chicago is seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook menu items according to our recipes, ensuring consistency, timing, and high standards during service.

As a multi-station cook, you will work collaboratively, maintain food quality, manage prep levels, and support the team with a strong work ethic and passion for hospitality.

Qualifications

• Experience in high-volume kitchen environments.
• Ability to assess quality in real time and act decisively.
• Proven ability to work across multiple stations and adapt to roles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to The Smith's recipes and specifications.
• Execute dishes in coordination with the kitchen team to ensure consistency, timing, and efficiency during service.
• Maintain knowledge of full menu, ingredients, preparation methods, and presentation standards.
• Ensure food quality is upheld and subpar items are addressed.
• Communicate clearly with kitchen team for smooth service.
• Follow direction from senior chefs with accuracy and urgency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked station.
• Store, label, and handle food per safety standards.
• Manage station inventory and prep levels to ensure readiness for service.

Skills

Kitchen operations

Multi-station experience

Team collaboration

Quality decision making

Initiative

Job description

Corner Table Restaurants' The Smith in Chicago is seeking an experienced Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare and cook menu items according to our recipes, ensuring consistency, timing, and high standards during service.

As a multi-station cook, you will work collaboratively, maintain food quality, manage prep levels, and support the team with a strong work ethic and passion for hospitality.