Lead Prep/Line Cook Position

Hoyne Brewing Company; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended Benefits

Competitive pay

Employee discounts

Job summary

Hoyne Brewing Company seeks a Lead Prep/Line Cook to join a small, efficient kitchen that emphasizes local ingredients and seasonal changes. The role involves ownership of prep, line cooking, and working openly with guests on the floor to keep service smooth.

We prize flexibility, creativity, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset. Expect a Friday–Tuesday schedule, two prep days and three line days, with competitive hourly pay and extended benefits.

Qualifications

• Must hold Food Safe Certification.
• Participate in menu development and seasonal planning.
• Demonstrate flexibility with a changing seasonal menu.
• Strong organization for prep, stock rotation and inventory control.
• Responsible for weekly ordering and kitchen cleanliness.
• Leads kitchen team and ensures portion control.
• Enjoy food and maintain high standards of food safety.

Responsibilities

• Lead prep and line cooking on schedule.
• Manage daily kitchen operations and station setup.
• Oversee stock rotation and inventory control.
• Order ingredients weekly and ensure quality.
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen and adherence to safety standards.

Skills

Food Safe

Menu development

Seasonal menu

Inventory control

Weekly ordering

Team leadership

Clean kitchen

Portion control

Kitchen leadership

Food enthusiasm

Job description

We’re looking for great people with great attitudes, a strong work ethic, and genuine excitement to be part of something special. If you are someone who values community, takes ownership of your work, and thrives being a part of an exceptional team, we’d love to meet you.

LEAD PREP/LINE COOK

Our food program is going to be simple, with a manageable menu. The kitchen is small and efficient. We will be sourcing local ingredients as much as we can, therefore items will change as our ingredients shift with the seasons. Flexibility, creativity, curiosity and an eye for detail is essential. Our kitchen is open to the floor.

Required Skillset

• Food Safe Certification
• Menu development participant
• Seasonal flexibility with menu
• Strong organization with food prep, stock rotation, and inventory control
• Weekly ordering
• Team leadership skills
• Working in and maintaining a clean and organized environment
• Strong adherence and understanding of portion control
• Kitchen leadership experience
• Enjoy food

Hours

Full time, Friday – Tuesday. 2 days a week doing prep. 3 days a week on line.

Compensation

• Starting at $22-$24/hr based on experience
• Full suite of Hoyne Brewing Company Extended Benefits