Line Cook

True Food Market; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

True Food Kitchen is seeking line cooks to expertly prepare and cook a variety of high-quality recipes. Ideal candidates will possess experience in fast-paced environments, demonstrate a commitment to food quality, and be eager to continue growing through development programs. Join a team dedicated to providing real food for real life.

Benefits

Affordable Health Care

Pet Insurance

Restaurant Dining Discount

Paid Volunteer Time

Access to EAP Support

Qualifications

• At least 6 months experience in a similar capacity.
• Flexibility to work nights, holidays, and weekends.
• Ability to read and execute a recipe.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of starters, entrees, and pizzas.
• Maintain clean and sanitary work station.
• Ensure compliance with portion sizes and quality standards.

Skills

Cooking Techniques

Recipe Execution

Food Safety Measures

High Volume Efficiency

Job description

Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Saturday, May 17, 2025 at 5:00 AM | Expires Thursday, January 1, 2026 at 5:59 AM

At True Food Kitchen we pride ourselves on serving great food! This means that we rely on our line cooks to consistently and efficiently prepare and cook our recipes to the highest quality. Many items on our menu are seasonal which gives our line cooks a variety of recipes to prepare as we rotate throughout the year

What you can look forward to!

• We have a successful and professional work environment with opportunities for growth and a development program to get you to that next position in your career.
• AM/PM and Mid-day shifts available.
• Part time to 40 hours available per person.
• Part time team members are offered access to affordable, quality health care through Hooray Health and telehealth options.
• Pet Insurance for your fur babies.
• Access to expert guidance through EAP/SupportLinc which offers to help you and your family address and resolve everyday issues.
• Restaurant Dining Discount.
• Paid volunteer time to support your community and favorite charities.
• Eligible to give to and receive from the True Giving fund that supports life changing events.

We look for people who:

• Have experience in a minimum of one of these stations Pantry, Pastry, Pizza, Wok, Sauté, Grill
  • Experience in more than one a PLUS!
• Only know one or two stations? We have a enhanced development program to "level up". Continue growing and continue learning!
• Preferably have at least 6 months experience in a similar capacity in a high-volume restaurant
• The flexibility and availability to work nights, holidays and/or weekends should be doable
• Can work efficiently in a high volume, fast paced environment
• Read and execute a recipe
• A love of making great food and understands the accountability of presenting quality dishes!

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and cook a variety of starters, entrees, pizzas and more using a variety of kitchen equipment and techniques
• Know and comply consistently with portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and kitchen rules, policies and procedures
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service
• Portion food products prior to cooking according to standard portion sizes and recipe specifications
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work station and corresponding equipment
• Execute proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes
• Handle, store, and rotate all products properly and according to standards
• Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed
• Opens and closes the kitchen properly, assists others and follows checklists for kitchen stations
• Understand and follows proper rules of hygiene and food safety measures
• Participate in proactive communication to help avoid and solve operational, HR, and financial issues
• Flexible during shift to ensure a smooth and efficient operation of the restaurant as directed.

Who we are

At True Food Kitchen, we believe in the power of whole, real food. We partner with each of our growers, ranchers and producers so that every ingredient meets our TRUE standards. That means better food for our guests and the planet. By crafting "Real Food for Real Life" we embody our purpose: empowering more people to eat real food.

Purpose : Real Food for Real Life

If you're excited about working for us and have most of the skills or experience we're looking for, please go ahead and apply. You could be just what we need! We believe strongly in creating supportive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, True Food Kitchen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, or religious creed, mental or physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics under federal, state or local law.

Chicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States of America