Line Cook: Fast-Paced Kitchen, Growth & Perks

Hometown-Coffee-; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Meal

Employee Discount

Paid Breaks

401(k)

Health Insurance

Great Work-Life Balance

Paid Leave

Sick Leave

Growth Opportunities

Team Environment

Job summary

Hometown Coffee & Juice is seeking a Line Cook to bring consistent, high-quality food to our fast‑paced service. You will own your station, prep according to our recipes, and ensure tickets flow smoothly while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

You will work with a collaborative kitchen team to deliver quality and consistency, follow safety guidelines, and support teammates during peak periods. Training is provided for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years in a busy kitchen preferred; training available for right candidate.
• Strong knife skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Own your station: prepare foods per Hometown recipes and standards; manage ticket flow.
• Keep station clean, organized, stocked, and ready for service; rotate stations as needed.
• Follow recipes, portion standards, and preparation procedures; ensure quality and presentation.

Skills

Experience in busy kitchen

Knife skills

Attention to detail

Food safety knowledge

Education

ServSafe certification (preferred) or upon hiring

Job description

Hometown Coffee & Juice is seeking a Line Cook to bring consistent, high-quality food to our fast‑paced service. You will own your station, prep according to our recipes, and ensure tickets flow smoothly while maintaining a clean, organized workspace.

You will work with a collaborative kitchen team to deliver quality and consistency, follow safety guidelines, and support teammates during peak periods. Training is provided for the right candidate.