Line Cook

Apolonia, Chef Stephen Gillanders’ second-concept and highly acclaimed restaurant in the South Loop, is hiring a passionate Line Cook to join its team!

The 120-seater is located at 105 E Cermak Rd, near McCormick Place and Wintrust Arena. It’s on the ground floor of a tri-branded Hilton Hotel that opened in 2018.

The ideal candidate has extraordinary attention to detail, exacting focus, and strong kitchen management attitude. This role requires dedication, passion, creativity, and the ability to persevere through challenging services while constantly striving to maintain the standards of the Apolonia and our leaders.

Primary Responsibilities (but are not limited to):

• Uphold the Apolonia values and mission
• Communicate with manager(s) and kitchen staff
• Assist with stocking and setting up stations
• Prepare food including cleaning and cutting ingredients according to specifications
• Properly follow and execute all recipes
• Ensure the highest levels of cleanliness and organization throughout the restaurant at all times
• Plate prepared foods based on Chef's guidance
• Work with servers to ensure that orders are completed timely and according to requests
• Wash and clean cooking utensils/equipment and store properly at the end of shifts
• Ensure that the kitchen operation procedures and hygiene meet food safety standards and regulations
• Treat every guest, employee, and vendor with respect
• Report to work timely, presentable, and in proper uniform
• Promote teamwork within the restaurant, creating a positive work environment
• Perform other job related activities as required or assigned by the manager

Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills):

• Culinary degree preferred, with 1 year of restaurant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Fine dining experience a plus
• Strong sense of urgency and exceptional time management skills
• Team player and have strong communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and active listening skills
• Availability to work a flexible schedule, including holidays

What We're Looking For:

• Ability to multi-task
• A strong sense of urgency
• A team player with strong communication skills
• A desire for growth
• A rigorous attention to detail

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay and benefits package (including discounted health care)
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and creative environment
• Room for growth and advancement within the company
• Be part of a team that values quality, creativity, and passion

To be considered, please send us your resume with a brief cover letter.

We look forward to hearing from you!