Line Cook

Chop Shop is looking for a strong line cook to join our award winning team!

Opening in Oct 2013 we are coming up on our 9 year anniversary and are poised to continue growing our reputation and brand as a unique Chicago restaurant and venue.

Upon opening, Chop Shop was named one of Chicago Magazine's best new restaurants . Chop Shop stands alone in being the only restaurant & bar to also operate a full retail butcher & Italian sandwich shop, along with an indoor venue holding up to 600 people.

If you're looking to work in an organization where the day to day and week to week programming is consistently generating new customers and diverse offerings, Chop Shop is a place that provides fun, fresh and creative outlets across all revenue centers.

Chop Shop is a chef-driven restaurant, music venue, in-house butcher shop, and private events space in Bucktown/Wicker Park. We strive to create a zero-waste cooking environment, using all parts of the animal across our menus through our butcher shop and deli. Cross-utilization of product between the butcher and the restaurant is a key component of how we cook. We focus on the freshest local ingredients, a warm and friendly guest experience, and an unpretentious approach to high-quality food made from scratch — all complementing a well thought out cocktail, beer, and wine program.

Summary

Our line cooks are responsible for the consistent, efficient execution of their station during prep and service. You'll own your area of the line, cook to spec, and take pride in what leaves the kitchen — while working as part of a team that values craft, cleanliness, and respect for the product.

Responsibilities

• Own your station: set up, prep, stock, and break down your area of the line each shift, ready for service on time.
• Execute all menu items to recipe, portion, and plating specs, maintaining quality and consistency on every plate.
• Communicate clearly with the Kitchen Manager, expo, and fellow cooks throughout service to keep the line moving.
• Follow all company policies, procedures, and food safety standards, including proper labeling, dating, rotation (FIFO), and storage.
• Maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygienic practice at your station and throughout the kitchen; meet and surpass all health code standards.
• Support our zero-waste philosophy: handle product with care, minimize waste at your station, and properly utilize trim, leftovers, and butcher cross-utilized items as directed.
• Assist with receiving and putting away deliveries, flagging any quality issues to the Kitchen Manager.
• Report equipment problems, low stock, or safety concerns to the Kitchen Manager promptly.
• Participate in prep lists, station checklists, and daily line checks.

Qualifications

• City of Chicago and ServSafe Food Handler Certifications required
• Allergen and HACCP Certifications a plus
• Prior line experience in a scratch kitchen preferred
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 lbs
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented with a positive attitude under pressure