Experienced Line Cook - Kitchen Lead

Khepri Kitchen
  • Mt Prospect, IL
  • $23 Per Hour
  • Full-time
7 days ago

Job Description

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

Khepri Kitchen | Mount Prospect, IL


Starting at $23/hour | Full-Time | Consistent Schedule


Khepri Kitchen is looking for an experienced Experienced Line Cook to join our scratch kitchen in Mount Prospect. This is a hands-on position for someone who knows their way around a busy kitchen, takes pride in quality and consistency, and can help set the pace for the rest of the team.


We’re a community-focused restaurant serving thoughtfully prepared, made-from-scratch food with a creative, seasonal approach. If you’re dependable, organized, and enjoy being part of a small team where everyone contributes, this could be a great long-term fit.


Schedule & Pay
  • Full-time position
  • Starting at $23/hour
  • Performance review and opportunity for a raise after 90 days
  • Thursday–Monday schedule
  • Shifts are typically: 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM or 1:30 PM – 9:30 PM
What You'll Do
  • Prepare ingredients and complete daily prep for service
  • Set up and maintain an organized, well-stocked station
  • Execute menu items accurately and consistently during busy service periods
  • Help keep the kitchen moving efficiently while maintaining food quality
  • Support the execution of seasonal menus, specials, and new dishes
  • Maintain a clean and organized kitchen throughout each shift
  • Communicate effectively with both kitchen and front-of-house team members
  • Lead by example through reliability, urgency, organization, and teamwork
What We're Looking For
  • Strong previous line cook and food prep experience
  • Experience in a scratch kitchen preferred
  • Comfortable working at a fast pace without sacrificing quality
  • Strong understanding of kitchen organization, cleanliness, and food safety
  • Dependable and punctual with consistent attendance
  • Able to communicate well and contribute positively to a team
  • Willing to jump in wherever needed during service
  • Interested in learning, improving, and growing with the restaurant
A Lead Role Without the Management Headaches


This position is designed for an experienced cook who is ready to take on additional responsibility and help set the standard in the kitchen - but doesn't necessarily want to manage the entire operation.


You will not be responsible for employee scheduling, inventory ordering, or full kitchen management. Instead, your focus will remain where it matters most: preparing great food, supporting your team, and helping each service run smoothly.


Why Khepri?
  • Consistent full-time hours
  • Two fixed days off each week
  • Performance review and raise opportunity after 90 days
  • Creative, seasonal menu
  • Made-from-scratch cooking
  • Small, collaborative kitchen team
  • Community-centered environment
  • Opportunity to grow as Khepri grows
If you’re an experienced cook who takes pride in your work, enjoys the energy of a busy kitchen, and wants a stable position with room to grow, we’d love to hear from you.

Numbers & Facts

LocationMt Prospect, IL
Job TypeFull-time

Skills

  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Cook Dishesunmatched
  • Food Qualityunmatched
  • Food Safetyunmatched
  • Ingredient Preparationunmatched
  • Operations Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Performance Reviewsunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Restaurantunmatched
  • Team Buildingunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Training/Teachingunmatched
  • Waitressingunmatched

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