Line Cook (Hilton O'Hare Airport)

Hyde Park Hospitality, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Hyde Park Hospitality, LLC in Chicago is seeking an experienced line cook to support multiple kitchen stations. You will prepare all food items from standard recipes, ensure quality, and maintain clean, organized work area.

The role requires knowledge of basic cooking methods, ability to read recipes and measure ingredients, and a commitment to sanitation and teamwork in a fast-paced hotel/food service environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or culinary/apprenticeship program preferred.
• Three to five years cooking experience preferred; prior hotel/restaurant cooking experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates.
• Good working knowledge of sanitation standards and reading recipes with basic math.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest checks to ensure consistency.
• Keeps spoilage/waste to a minimum by utilizing proper portioning.
• Maintains proper storage and production of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality.
• Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes and measures.
• Turns on/off all equipment and ensures they are in working condition.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Food safety

Kitchen equipment operation

Math skills for recipes

English reading/writing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES/ POSISTION PURPOSE

Responsible for maintaining and setting up food production and quality control of all food items prepared in the different kitchen stations. Maintaining a neat and clean work environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

50%

Prepares all food items according to standard recipes and/or as specified on guest check to ensure consistency of product to the guest. Keeps spoilage/waste to a minimum by utilizing proper portioning.

35%

Maintains the proper storage and production of all food items to rotate and maintain highest quality. Keeps all refrigeration equipment, storage and working areas clean and clutter free, complying with Health department regulations.

10%

Turns on/off all equipment, such as stoves, ovens, grills, broilers, heat lamps, steamers, fryers, etc. Ensures they are in working condition.

5%

Reads and employs math skills to follow recipes.

SUPPORTIVE FUNCTIONS

• Performs any general cleaning tasks using standard HPH cleaning products as assigned by supervisor
• Keep floors dry and clean to avoid slip/fall accidents.
• Performs other duties as requested, such as moving supplies and equipment, cleaning up unexpected spills.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequency Key:

Never - O hours; Rare - up to 1 hour; Occasional - 1-3 hours; Frequent - 3-6 hours; Constant - 6-8 hours.

Physical Activity

Frequency

Sitting

Rare

Walking

Frequent

Standing

Frequent

Climbing Stairs

Occasional

Crouching/Bending/Stooping

Occasional

Reaching

Occasional

Grasping

Frequent

Pushing/Pulling

Occasional

Near Vision

Constant

Far Vision

Frequent

Talking

Constant

Smell

Constant

Taste

Constant

Lifting/Carrying (# lbs.) up to 50+lbs

Occasional

Travel

Rare

OTHER DUTIES

Demonstrate working knowledge of the service standards.

Regularattendanceinconformancewiththestandards,whichmaybeestablishedbyHPHfromtimetotime,isessentialtothe successful performance of thisposition.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

OSHAlawsrequiretheuseofthefollowingPersonalProtectiveEquipment(PPE)whenperformingworkdutiesthathavethepotential of risk to your health orsafety:

• Safety shoes (slipresistant)
• Useofgloves/mitts(latex,vinyl,plastic,fabric.metal)
• Back belts for heavylifting
• Aprons

TeammemberswillbetrainedintheproperuseandcareofassignedPPE.ThehotelprovidestherequiredPPE.Itisyourresponsibility toreportdefective,damaged,orlostPPE,or equipment thatdoesnotfitproperly,toyourmanager.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS

Positions directly reporting to this position (titles):

None

SPECIFIC JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Good working knowledge of the fundamentals of the broiler, sauté, fry, roast, moist heat and other cookingmethods.
• Good working knowledge of accepted standards of sanitation.
• Knowledge of operating all kitchen equipment, i.e., stoves, ovens, broilers, steamers, kettles,etc.
• Basic mathematical skills necessary to understand recipes, measurements, requisition amounts and portion sizes.
  • Abilitytoread,write,speak,andunderstandtheEnglishlanguageinorder tocompleterequisitionsreadrecipesand communicates with other teammembers.
    • Ability to grasp, lift and/or carry, or otherwise, move goods weighing a maximum of 100 lbs. on continuous schedule.
    • Ability to stand and to work continuously in confinedspaces.
    • Ability to perform duties within extreme temperatureranges.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS EDUCATION

Any combination of education, training or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. High school diplomarequired. Culinary or Apprenticeship program preferred.

EXPERIENCE

Three to five years cooking experience preferred. Prior hotel and restaurant cooking experience preferred.

LICENSES OR CERTIFICATES

Ability to obtain any government required licenses or certificates.

GROOMING/UNIFORMS

All employees must maintain a neat, clean, and well-groomed appearance. Specific uniform guidelines and/or required articles of clothing will be explained to you as a part of the orientation process.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Hyde Park Hospitality (HPH) is a young—but dynamic and fast-growing—company built on deep roots in the food business. HPH earned Crain’s Fast 50 Award in 2026 for being one (ranked 30th) of the fifty fastest growing businesses in the Chicago-area! We provide services ranging from airport concessions, management staffing, brand licensing, to contracted food and facilities management. With a 75% diverse senior management team, HPH values diversity and welcomes everyone with necessary qualifications and experience, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected status, to apply. Learn more about us at hph-us.com.