Line Cook: Creative Seafood & Italian Kitchen

Lettuce-Entertain-You; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Restaurant discounts

Mental health program

Paid vacation

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

401(k)

Partner benefits

Job summary

Lettuce Entertain You in Northbrook, IL is hiring LINE COOKS to join a contemporary seafood and Italian inspired restaurant. You will handle preparation, production and presentation of all menu items, working with prescribed recipes and special requests, and collaborating with teammates to deliver high-quality dishes.

The role requires availability for varied hours, including weekends, familiarity with food safety standards, and the ability to read a thermometer and communicate clearly.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-paced kitchen and line cooking basics.
• Ability to follow recipes, portion controls and safety standards.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a busy service environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to prescribed recipes and/or special requests.
• Maintain food safety and quality standards during service.
• Read a thermometer correctly and communicate delays to the team.
• Follow portioning controls and manage par levels for menu items.
• Collaborate with management and staff to ensure smooth service.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Communication

Teamwork

Tools

Knives

Thermometer

Job description

Lettuce Entertain You in Northbrook, IL is hiring LINE COOKS to join a contemporary seafood and Italian inspired restaurant. You will handle preparation, production and presentation of all menu items, working with prescribed recipes and special requests, and collaborating with teammates to deliver high-quality dishes.

The role requires availability for varied hours, including weekends, familiarity with food safety standards, and the ability to read a thermometer and communicate clearly.