Garde Manger

the Little Lark is looking to expand our team and seeking a strong Garde Manger Line Cook . The position will primarily prepare salads, small plates and desserts during service, and report to the Head Chef.

The position is paid hourly and can expect to be scheduled 20-30 hours per week. Must be able to work Weeknights, Plus nights and weekends.

Candidates must have relevant Line Cook experience within the hospitality industry. A strong knowledge base and passion for artisanal foods and wine/spirits/craft beer is paramount. The successful candidate will play a key role in contributing to our guest satisfaction and overall success of the restaurants.

Ideal Candidates :

• At least 2 years of kitchen experience / line cook experience

• Bonus if Experience making Neapolitan or Artisanal style pizzas or work with wood fired oven

• Work a busy service smoothly

• Exceptional eye for detail

• Familiarity in using a wood fired oven

• Highly organized, detail oriented and punctual

• Great attitude, respectful and a team player

• Must be able to stand for at least 8 hours and lift at least 50 pounds

Responsibilities: Primary duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Preparation of food for guests, primarily in the Garde Manger position
• Communication and establishment of pars
• Knowledge of all culinary functions in the kitchen
• Trouble-shooting any problems that may arise
• Enforcing strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchen
• Station maintenance and cleanliness
• Maintain a positive, pleasant, attitude every shift

Essential Requirements :

• Available to work various shifts throughout the week, weekends and holidays.
• Ability to walk and stand during entire shift.
• Ability to continuously reach, bend, lift, carry, stoop and cut.
• Ability to remain stationary for long periods of time.
• Frequent washing of hands
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Hazards may include, but are not limited to, cutting, burning, slipping, tripping

Required Experience and Skills:

• Culinary degree and/or 2 yrs experience
• Culinary knowledge and skills
• Organizational skills and multi-task oriented

 Who we are looking for:
-Great humans that respect themselves, coworkers and the community. 
-Industry pros that have relevant experience and passion for hospitality.
-A stellar team player that always represents the character of the company.
-Someone who loves an epic charcuterie board.
-Someone who geeks out about Pizza
-Someone who seeks both personal and professional growth.
-A genuine, kind person with passion for service.
-Someone who has the willingness to roll up their sleeves and contribute to the overall welfare of the team: no job is too small! 
-Someone who takes pride in the products and services offered at their place of work. 
-Someone who maintains an awareness of all product knowledge information and information on the history of the restaurant.
-Someone who enjoys crushing every service.

About Us:
Recently opened in late 2025, meet the Little Lark , a new specialty pizza concept in Avondale. The Little Lark serves neo-Neapolitan-style pizza with blistered, airy-yet-crisp crusts, topped with seasonal ingredients and Italian classics. Our pizzeria features traditional pies, and rotating favorites topped with Lardon’s signature house-cured salumi, staying true to Meadowlark Hospitality’s ingredient-driven ethos. Expect crushable cocktails and a thoughtful by-the-glass wine list focused on natural, easy-drinking selections. The Little Lark’s menu provides cocktails crafted with the same attention to detail found across any Meadowlark concept.


Located on the vibrant Guild Row campus, Guild Row is an innovative co-working and social space has become a hub for community and creativity in Avondale. Little Lark was created as both a continuation of Guild Row’s community-focused mission and a new culinary destination for Chicago.

Meadowlark Hospitality strives to create an environment that promotes transparency, authenticity and passion in all endeavors. We want to have a kick-ass team of people working jobs they love, learning something new along the way and finally finding a place you can call home. We are passionate about our people and our products, and looking for like–minded individuals who share the same ethos!