Line Cook

Cornerstone Restaurant Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

Premium Holiday Pay

Dining Discount and Family Meal

Medical, Dental and Vision insurances

Referral Program Bonus

Job summary

A Chicago-based restaurant group is seeking a talented Line Cook to contribute to the vibrant new restaurant, Dimmi Dimmi. Responsibilities include food preparation, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring dish quality. Candidates should have 1-2 years of kitchen experience, be at least 18 years old, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers various benefits, including paid vacation and medical insurance. Join a dynamic team that values collaboration and hospitality.

Qualifications

• At least 18 years of age.
• 1-2 years of experience in a kitchen.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform food preparation and organization tasks.
• Run the line during service while ensuring standards.
• Monitor quality and presentation of dishes.

Skills

Food preparation

Effective communication

Hygiene and cleanliness

Team collaboration

Education

High school education or equivalent

Tools

Kitchen knives

Job description

Description

Cornerstone Restaurant Group (CRG), based in Fulton Market, is seeking talented Line Cooks to lead CRG’s newest restaurant, Dimmi Dimmi, nestled in the Lincoln Park neighborhood.

With Dimmi Dimmi Corner Italian, CRG is reimagining the iconic neighborhood Italian spot with bold red-sauce staples, classic cocktails, and a warm, buzzing vibe. It’s where timeless tradition meets modern energy, brought to life with heartfelt hospitality and moments made to share.

The culinary team is led by Executive Chef Matthew Eckfeld, who honed his expertise in Italian cuisine at New York’s celebrated Carbone and other iconic Major Food Group restaurants. Our pastry program is guided by consultant Casey Doody, a French Pastry School alum and former Director of Pastry at the renowned Boka Group.

This is more than an opening. It’s an opportunity to build something meaningful from the ground up. We’re looking for team members that share our passion for heartfelt hospitality, value collaboration, and thrive in creating a team environment where guests and employees alike feel appreciated and inspired.

If you’re ready to be part of something special, to grow, lead, and help write the next chapter of the CRG story, we’d love to connect with you.

Line Cook Responsibilities

• Perform many basic tasks of food preparation and organization in the kitchen.
• Effectively communicate with other members of the kitchen staff.
• Report to duty punctually, wearing the correct uniform.
• Run the line during service, ensuring that the highest standards are met and that communication between all sections and restaurant departments are efficient and polite.
• Produce menu items for service, maintaining high standards to achieve the correct quality, appearance and portion size.
• Monitor the quality and presentation of dishes so that only those which meet our high standards are served to our guests.
• Ensure that a high standard of hygiene and cleanliness is maintained by following cleaning routines and through ongoing diligence during the shift and in set‑up and clean‑down procedures.
• Observe the company’s fire plan and health safety policy.
• Safely and effectively use and operate all necessary tools and equipment, including knives.

The preceding reflects management’s definition of essential functions for the Line Cook position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or for other reasons.

Line Cook Benefits

• Paid Vacation (earn immediately, up to 40 hours in your first year)
• Paid Sick Leave
• Premium Holiday Pay
• Dining Discount and Family Meal
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurances Offered (must average 30 hrs/week)
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Critical Accident Insurances Offered
• Naturalization Exam Reimbursement
• Referral Program Bonus
• Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
• Chicago Athletic Clubs Discount

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school education or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of experience.
• Basic computer skills.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to frequently go up and down stairs throughout the shift while carrying up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to deal with guests in a professional manner while maintaining a composed demeanor in high stress situations.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.
• Frequent long periods of standing and walking are expected during the workday.
• Ability to reach for objects and stoop or bend as needed to perform job duties.
• This position may involve visual and auditory tasks, including the ability to see and hear adequately to perform job functions.