Experience Line Cook Upscale Dining

Maple Tree Inn; Homewood (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Predictable Scheduling

Free food & snacks

Training & development

Job summary

Maple Tree Inn in Homewood, IL, is seeking a Line Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare, cook, and present dishes to our standards in a fast-paced environment, coordinating with the chef and front-of-house to ensure quality and consistency.

Ideal candidates are reliable, able to follow recipes, communicate clearly, and multitask under pressure while maintaining safety and cleanliness. We offer predictable scheduling, free food, and training opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must prepare menu items consistently to recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely utilizing kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure proper cooking and storage temperatures.
• Report issues with food quality or delays in service to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Keep track of inventory levels and alert management to low stock situations.
• Ensure all dishes from the station meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance of kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships.
• Undertake additional tasks to support efficient kitchen operation.

Skills

Recipe adherence

Flexible shifts

Knife skills

Communication

Multitasking

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Job description

Benefits:

• Predictable Scheduling
• Free food & snacks
• Training & development

Position Overview:

The Line Cook is a key member of our kitchen staff, responsible for the preparation, cooking, and presentation of dishes according to the restaurant's standards. This position demands a high level of kitchen competence and the ability to handle a fast-paced cooking environment.

Key Qualifications:

• Proficient in preparing menu items consistently to the specified recipes and customer requests.
• Available to work flexible shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experienced in safely utilizing a variety of kitchen tools and equipment, including sharp knives.
• Effective communicator with the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Capable of multitasking effectively under pressure in a busy kitchen setting.
• Comfortable working in tight, potentially crowded spaces with fluctuating temperatures and noise levels.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods, including moving safely around kitchen obstacles and through varied floor surfaces.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook menu items in accordance with recipes and standards, ensuring each dish meets the required presentation and quality.
• Adhere to portion control and food preparation standards to maintain product consistency and manage costs.
• Monitor food temperatures and use thermometers to ensure food is cooked and stored at the correct temperatures.
• Report any issues with food quality or delays in service promptly to the kitchen coordinator or chef.
• Keep track of inventory levels for menu items, alerting management and front-of-house staff to low stock situations.
• Ensure all dishes from the station are accounted for and meet the restaurant’s quality expectations.
• Follow established procedures for handling food allergies and dietary restrictions to ensure guest safety.
• Maintain strict adherence to health, safety, and sanitation guidelines, including cleaning and maintenance protocols for kitchen equipment.
• Collaborate effectively with the kitchen team and maintain positive working relationships with all staff.
• Undertake additional tasks as needed to support the efficient operation of the kitchen.