Cafe Cook

Chicago Athletic Association
Chicago, IL
Boka Restaurant Group and the Chicago Athletic Association are currently seeking a Part Time Cafe Cook to join their team!

Schedule: Part Time, Sundays and Mondays, 8-10 hours per day starting at 8am

  • Benefits & Perks: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!

  • About Boka Restaurant Group: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of America’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here:


Cafe Cook's Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and execute menu items according to standardized recipes and specifications
  • Set up, stock, and maintain assigned stations for service
  • Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations, following all sanitation and food safety standards
  • Follow proper food storage procedures, including FIFO, labeling, and rotation
  • Assist with prep and production as needed to support service
  • Maintain a strong sense of urgency to ensure smooth and timely service
  • Accurately execute dishes while adhering to allergy and dietary restrictions
  • Complete opening, mid-shift, and closing duties in a timely and thorough manner
  • Communicate clearly with kitchen leadership regarding inventory, equipment needs, and safety concerns
  • Support teammates across the kitchen to ensure overall team success

Qualifications:

  • 3+ Years Banquet or Hotel Cafe Experience
  • Knowledgeable in high volume food production
  • Familiarity with a variety of cuisines
  • Hardworking
  • High-volume kitchen experience
  • Food handlers' certification

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team!

Physical Requirements:

  • Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
  • Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
  • Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
  • Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments


If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!

Posted 2026-08-07

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