Line Cook - theWit

DREAMWEAVER HOTELS LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plans

Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Transit Benefits

Hotel employee discounts

Job summary

theWit Chicago is seeking a passionate and dependable Line Cook to join our culinary team. This role prepares high-quality food across hotel venues including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banquets, catering, and events, thriving in a fast-paced environment.

You will work across stations, maintain food quality and sanitation per HACCP, support daily prep, inventory, and event service, and collaborate with chefs and front-of-house to ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years cooking experience in a restaurant, hotel, banquet, or high-volume kitchen.
• Previous luxury hotel or upscale dining experience preferred.
• Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to prepare multiple menu items while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative culinary team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, guidelines, and quality standards.
• Support culinary operations across hotel outlets, including restaurants, lounges, in-room dining, banquets, catering, and events.
• Set up, stock, and maintain workstations with ingredients and supplies before each shift.
• Work multiple kitchen stations and adapt to different service styles.
• Ensure food is prepared accurately and served in a timely manner during high-volume periods.
• Maintain consistent quality, portions, and presentation across outlets.
• Follow food safety, labeling, storage, rotation, and sanitation per HACCP and Hilton standards.
• Assist with daily prep, inventory rotation, receiving deliveries, and storage organization.
• Minimize waste and ensure proper product utilization.
• Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, utensils, and storage areas.
• Communicate effectively with chefs, kitchen staff, banquet teams, and FOH.
• Assist with menu changes, seasonal offerings, and special events.
• Follow safety procedures and report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Perform other duties to support Culinary and Food & Beverage departments.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Position Summary

theWit Chicago is seeking a passionate and dependable Line Cook to join our culinary team. This position is responsible for preparing high-quality food while supporting all food and beverage venues throughout the hotel, including restaurants, bars, in-room dining, banquets, catering, and special events. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, is adaptable to varying culinary operations, and is committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences while maintaining the highest standards of food quality, consistency, sanitation, and efficiency.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to standardized recipes, presentation guidelines, and quality standards.
• Support culinary operations across all hotel food and beverage outlets, including restaurants, lounges, in-room dining, banquets, catering, and special events as business demands require.
• Set up, stock, and maintain assigned workstations with all necessary ingredients and supplies before each shift.
• Work multiple kitchen stations, adapting to the needs of different venues and service styles.
• Ensure all food is prepared accurately and served in a timely manner during high-volume meal periods and special events.
• Maintain consistent food quality, portion control, and presentation standards across all outlets.
• Follow proper food handling, labeling, storage, rotation, and sanitation procedures in compliance with local health regulations, Hilton standards, and HACCP guidelines.
• Assist with daily food preparation, inventory rotation, receiving deliveries, and organizing kitchen storage areas.
• Minimize food waste while maintaining proper product utilization.
• Clean and sanitize workstations, kitchen equipment, utensils, and storage areas throughout each shift.
• Communicate effectively with chefs, kitchen staff, banquet teams, and front-of-house team members to ensure smooth and efficient operations.
• Assist with menu changes, seasonal offerings, and special culinary events as assigned.
• Follow all hotel safety procedures and promptly report equipment malfunctions or safety concerns.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the Culinary and Food & Beverage Departments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1-2 years of cooking experience in a restaurant, hotel, banquet, or high-volume kitchen preferred.
• Previous luxury hotel or upscale dining experience is highly preferred.
• Food Handler Certification (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Working knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and HACCP standards.
• Ability to prepare multiple menu items while maintaining quality and consistency.
• Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative culinary team.
• Flexible and adaptable to support multiple outlets and varying business demands.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel, and work safely in a fast-paced commercial kitchen environment.
• Comfortable working around hot surfaces, sharp tools, and commercial kitchen equipment.

Schedule Requirements

• Flexible availability, including mornings, evenings, weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Willingness to work overtime and support different culinary outlets based on operational needs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience working multiple stations (grill, sauté, pantry, fry, garde manger, and banquet production).
• Strong knife skills and knowledge of various cooking techniques.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and remain calm during peak service periods.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to culinary excellence.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and willingness to learn and grow.

Compensation and Benefits

$22.00 per hour.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees. Our offerings include:

• Medical Plans: Choice of three plans to meet your healthcare needs.
• Dental Plans: Two options for dental coverage.
• Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine eye care and eyewear.
• Paid Time Off (PTO): To support work-life balance.
• Accident/Hospital Indemnity/Critical Illness plans (new for 2026).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with employer contributions.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Pre-tax savings for healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Life and AD&D Insurance: Employer-provided coverage with additional voluntary options.
• Short-Term Disability (STD): Employer-provided coverage to support you during temporary disability.
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability (LTD): Additional protection for extended disability.
• Commuter Benefits: Save on transit and parking expenses.
• Pet Insurance: Options to support your furry family members.
• Hilton travel discounts and employee room rates worldwide.
• Career growth and training opportunities.
• Access to wellness programs and employee appreciation events.

E-Verify Participation

theWit Hotel participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees.

Equal Employment Opportunity

theWit Hotel and ROOF on theWit are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.