Allis Line Cook I - Soho House Chicago

Soho House • Chicago, IL

21h

About The Position

A Line Cook I ensures the kitchen runs smoothly by preparing food and sauces and assisting senior chefs during service. The role requires working effectively in a fast-paced environment, supporting the team during busy service, and preparing menu items consistently and to a high standard from prep through plating across all stations.

The position includes preparing food in the pantry, fry station, and other kitchen areas; following allergy requests and dish alterations; supporting inventory and food-cost management; setting up and maintaining clean, safe, organized, and stocked stations; and executing production and à-la-carte dishes. The Line Cook I also supports pre- and post-service meetings when requested, helps mentor and educate team members, and contributes to a welcoming, positive work environment.

The role requires a flexible schedule, including mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed. Physical requirements include standing for 8–10 hours, moving quickly around kitchen and storage areas, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and regularly lifting up to 35 pounds, and occasional exposure to cold, heat, and water.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in a fast-paced, upscale, approachable professional environment.
• Strong understanding of professional cooking and knife-handling skills.
• Proven ability to execute menu items and prepare and deliver high-quality dishes across all stations.
• Flexible schedule and ability to work mornings, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
• Food handler’s certificate.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and motivational skills, with the ability to build professional relationships with leaders and kitchen team members.
• Proactive team player able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.
• Ability to work on feet for 8–10 hours.
• Ability to move quickly between kitchen and storage areas.
• Ability to move, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and 35 pounds regularly.
• Ability to occasionally kneel, bend, crouch, and climb as required.

Nice To Haves

• Creativity and ability to create recipes from scratch.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food and sauces and assist senior chefs with service.
• Produce consistent, quality dishes across all stations in a fast-paced environment.
• Prepare food in the pantry, fry station, and other kitchen areas while following allergy requests and dish alterations.
• Assist with inventory to support sustainable food costs.
• Set up stations according to kitchen guidelines and maintain a safe, clean, organized, and stocked work area.
• Monitor waste, cooking temperatures, and food quality to help reduce costs and support company profitability.
• Execute production and à-la-carte dishes, including weekend feast ideas and family meals.
• Delegate tasks as needed and follow proper procedures for clocking in and out and taking breaks.
• Support Executive Sous Chefs and Junior Sous Chefs with pre- and post-service meetings when requested.
• Work toward service-speed goals and consistent Soho House standards.
• Help maintain a positive and welcoming work environment, especially under pressure.
• Attend Cook House trainings and support mentoring and education for new and existing team members.
• Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen, walk-in coolers, and storage areas.
• Provide quality service and demonstrate food knowledge.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees.
• Retirement fund with a 2% match for eligible full-time employees.
• Sick days and vacation days for full-time employees.
• Career development opportunities domestically or internationally, in managerial or technical paths.
• Mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach, and sustainability initiatives through Soho Impact.
• Internally and externally run learning and development courses.
• Cookhouse trips, trainings, and events.
• Team events, including fitness sessions, cinema screenings, and art classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed