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Lead Line Cook

Goodwin Recruiting
Waukegan, Illinois
On-siteUSD 50,000 - 52,000 / year

About this role

Lead Line Cook – Steakhouse Join a vibrant, top-tier gaming destination committed to delivering unforgettable guest experiences. As Lead Line Cook, you’ll play a key role in the daily culinary operations of an upscale restaurant specializing in steaks & seafood. You’ll help ensure exceptional food quality, consistency, and presentation while guiding fellow line cooks through high-volume service. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled, passionate culinary professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, leads by example, and is eager to grow within a hospitality-driven organization!

Lead Line Cook Benefits & Compensation

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
  • 401K program
  • PTO
  • Educational tuition reimbursement
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Transportation benefits (Ventra program)
  • Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

Lead Line Cook Requirements & Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience in a supervisory kitchen role in a full service kitchen
  • 5+ years total kitchen experience as a Line Cook or Production Cook in a full service, high-volume kitchen
  • Proficiency in grilling, sautéing, roasting, and other essential cooking methods
  • Ability to guide, train, and support fellow kitchen team members
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to execute multiple orders under pressure
  • High School diploma or GED

Lead Line Cook Preferred Background & Skills

  • Experience working in upscale, scratch kitchens with high culinary standards
  • Experience cooking steaks, seafood and/or grilled items
  • Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and proper food handling procedures
  • Ability to maintain consistency in food quality, portioning, and presentation
  • Experience coordinating station setup, mise en place, and daily prep responsibilities
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with kitchen leadership
  • Culinary degree or formal culinary training

JOB ID: 183477

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