Cook

Lao Peng You
Chicago, IL

Lao Peng You is a family owned Chinese restaurant in Ukrainian Village that specializes in noodles and dumplings, and we’re looking for a strong line cook to join our kitchen team.

We’re looking for someone who can thrive in a high volume restaurant. Someone with positive energy that has the stamina to a work in a hot kitchen for 10-12 hour shifts, four days a week. We work in a kitchen that has high gluten and spicey chills. Candidate must be confident in their versatility within a kitchen environment, comfortable with leading and following, receptive, have good awareness of their soundings , be strong in their observation and communication skills, and have a compulsion to address and/or correct problems. At least 2
years of professional kitchen experience is required.

Our priorities are high quality work and food, a healthy and inclusive work environment, and having a good time while we do it. We believe in investing in our team members.

What we’re looking for:

  • 2+ year of line cook experience and some prep experience as well
  • Passion and an understanding for hospitality and honest communication
  • Stamina to work a long shift
  • Can taste and eat the food (gluten and chili heavy menu)
  • Enjoys cooking off the line
  • Positive attitude and strong multitasking skills
  • Interest and/or experience in Chinese cuisine
  • Eagerness to grow, learn and share
  • High standards in food quality, consistency, and cleanliness
  • Bilingual a plus

If you want to make good food with good people, this might be the place for you.

Posted 2026-03-20

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