Line Cook/ Prep Cook

Star Cinema Grill; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Flexible schedules

Employee discounts

Advancement opportunities

401K Retirement Savings Program

Job summary

Star Cinema Grill is seeking a Line/Prep Cook to join our kitchen team. You will prepare fresh ingredients, manage prep work, and assist with cooking to ensure consistent, high-quality dishes in a fast-paced environment.

You will work closely with the culinary team to maintain presentation, organization, and sanitation while delivering excellent hospitality to every guest.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to work efficiently during peak hours.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies.

Skills

High-volume cooking

Cooking methods

Accuracy and speed

Best practices

Multi-tasking

Stamina

Education

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

Company Overview

Culinary Khancepts is a Houston-based, multi-concept hospitality and entertainment group featuring a diverse portfolio of restaurants, cinemas, and iconic local destinations. Our concepts include State Fare Kitchen & Bar, Liberty Kitchen & Oysterette, The Audrey, Reel Luxury Cinemas, Epicure Café, Leo’s, the Historic River Oaks Theatre, Mayahuel, Star Cinema Grill, Hollywood Palms, and River Oaks Pharmacy.

Why Work With Us?

At Culinary Khancepts, our Team Members are at the heart of every experience we create. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced environment where individuals are encouraged to grow, develop their skills, and take pride in delivering exceptional hospitality.

At Star Cinema Grill, the excitement of the movies meets full-service dining, handcrafted drinks, and genuine hospitality. Join a team that brings great food, film, and service together under one roof while creating a memorable entertainment experience for every guest.

Job Summary

As a Line / Prep Cook, you’ll play an essential role in delivering an elevated dining experience through quality, consistency, and attention to detail. Working alongside our culinary team, you’ll prepare fresh ingredients and execute dishes to the highest standards while maintaining exceptional presentation, organization, and cleanliness in a fast-paced kitchen environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and stock stations with all necessary supplies
• Prepare food for service (e.g. chopping vegetables, butchering meat, or preparing sauces)
• Cook menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff
• Answer, report, and follow executive or sous chef’s instructions
• Clean up station and take care of leftover food
• Stock inventory appropriately
• Ensure that food comes out simultaneously, in high quality, and in a timely fashion
• Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers

Qualifications

• Handle high volume shifts efficiently and effectively
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Accuracy and speed in executing assigned tasks
• Familiar with industry’s best practices
• Certified in Food Safety
• Aptitude for multi - tasking
• Able to stand for extended periods of time and lift a minimum of 25 lbs

Benefits/Perks

• Competitive Pay
• Flexible Schedules
• Growth Opportunities
• Pharmacy & Restaurant Discounts
• Available discounts, rewards, and perks on thousands of personal purchases such as entertainment, gym memberships, electronics and travel.
• Free movies at Star Cinema Grill
• Potential for Medical, Dental & Vision benefits
• 401K Retirement Savings Program
• Employee Referral Program