Lead Line Cook

Khepri Kitchen; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

Khepri Kitchen in Chicago, IL is seeking an experienced Lead Line Cook / Kitchen Team Lead to drive brunch and lunch service in a fast-paced scratch kitchen. You will lead by example, maintain quality, and collaborate with a small, supportive team.

We offer a stable full-time schedule with weekly days off, opportunities for wage growth based on performance, and a culture that values craftsmanship and hospitality.

Qualifications

• Previous line cook experience required.
• Experience working in a scratch kitchen strongly preferred.
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Reliable, dependable, and punctual.
• Positive attitude with excellent communication skills.
• Team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare ingredients and set up stations for daily service.
• Execute brunch and lunch service with speed, consistency, and attention to detail.
• Help maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and organization.
• Support seasonal menu changes and daily specials.
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to keep service running efficiently.
• Assist with occasional catering, events, and special menu offerings.
• Keep workstations stocked, clean, and ready for service.
• Lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, and a strong work ethic.

Skills

Line cook

Scratch kitchen

Fast-paced

Time management

Teamwork

Weekend availability

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Lead Line Cook / Kitchen Team Lead

Khepri Kitchen | Chicago, IL

Join a scratch kitchen where quality, teamwork, and community come first.

At Khepri Kitchen, we're passionate about serving thoughtfully prepared, made-from-scratch food alongside specialty coffee and seasonal menus. We're looking for an experienced Lead Line Cook / Kitchen Team Lead who thrives in a fast-paced kitchen, takes pride in consistency, and enjoys working with a collaborative team.

If you're dependable, organized, and ready to grow with a restaurant that values craftsmanship and hospitality, we'd love to meet you.

Position Details:

• Full-time
• Starting at $23/hour
• 90-day introductory period with a performance review and opportunity for a pay increase
• Consistent weekly schedule
• Thursday through Monday
• Shifts are either:
  • 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM
  • 1:30 PM - 9:30 PM
• Tuesdays and Wednesdays off every week

What You'll Do:

• Prepare ingredients and set up stations for daily service
• Execute brunch and lunch service with speed, consistency, and attention to detail
• Help maintain high standards for food quality, cleanliness, and organization
• Support seasonal menu changes and daily specials
• Collaborate with the kitchen team to keep service running efficiently
• Assist with occasional catering, events, and special menu offerings
• Keep workstations stocked, clean, and ready for service
• Lead by example through professionalism, teamwork, and a strong work ethic

What This Role Is Not

To set clear expectations, this position does not include:

• Ordering inventory
• Employee scheduling
• Full kitchen management responsibilities

Qualifications:

• Previous line cook experience required
• Experience working in a scratch kitchen strongly preferred
• Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Reliable, dependable, and punctual
• Positive attitude with excellent communication skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Weekend availability required

Why Join Khepri Kitchen?

• Stable, full-time schedule
• Fixed days off every week
• Opportunity for performance-based wage growth
• Creative, seasonal menu with made-from-scratch cooking
• Small, supportive, and collaborative team
• Community-focused restaurant culture
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

If you're looking for a kitchen where quality matters, teamwork is valued, and you'll have the opportunity to grow, we'd love to hear from you.