Line Cook - Soho House Chicago

The role…

At Soho House, a Line Cook I is responsible for ensuring the kitchen runs smoothly, seamless preparing food and sauces, and assisting Senior Chefs with service. As a Line Cook I, you thrive in fast-paced environments and positively influence fellow members of the team to remain calm during a busy service.

A successful Line Cook I is a critical member of the team due to the diverse and specialized skill set and proven ability to execute all menu items properly from prep to plate and deliver top-quality dishes from all stations.

Main Duties

• Well-versed on all menu items and able to produce consistent and quality dishes in fast-paced and demanding environments and on all stations


• Daily responsibilities also include preparing food items in the pantry, fry station, and other kitchen areas while adhering to allergy requests and specific dish alterations.


• Assist with inventory to support the kitchen operating at a sustainable food cost


• Sets up stations according to Kitchen guidelines, and maintains a safe, clean, organized, and stocked work area.


• Watch wastage, cooking temps and quality to reduce additional costs, influence others on the cost of product and how it contributes to the profit and loss of the company.


• Production and a-la-carte dish(s) execution. Including weekend feast ideas and family meals.


• Delegate some tasks as needed while also ensuring proper procedure is followed when clocking in and out for shifts as well as breaks


• Support Executive Sous and Jr. Sous with pre and post-service meeting when requested.


• Work towards specific goals and Soho House Standards for speed of service goals and consistent experience for Soho House Standards for service; 3-8-10


• Positive influence for the team under pressure and provide a welcoming work environment that increases staff morale.


• Attend “Cook House” trainings and support the mentoring and education of new and existing team members on areas they are looking to go


• Assists with the cleaning, sanitation, and organization of kitchen, walk-in coolers, and all storage areas.


• Be committed to providing quality service and food knowledge.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a fast pace, upscale and approachable environment of professionals


• Strong understanding of professional cooking and knife handling skills


• Proven ability to execute all menu items and properly prepare and deliver top quality dishes on all stations


• Flexible schedule and ability to work morning, night, weekend and holiday’s (as needed)


• Food handler’s certificate


• Strong communicator, collaborator and motivator with ability to build professional relationships with all leaders and kitchen team.


• Proactive, team-player who can work well independently as well as on a team


• Ability to multitask and work in a demanding, fast-paced environment


• Possess a level of creativity to create recipes from scratch, preferred

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to seize, grasp, turn, and hold objects with hands.


• Must be able to work on your feet for at least 8-10 hours.


• Fast-paced movements are required to go from one part of the kitchen and storage areas to others.


• Must be able to move, pull, carry, or lift up to 50 pounds on occasion and 35 pounds regularly.


• Occasional environmental exposures to cold, heat, and water


• Occasionally kneel, bend, crouch, and climb as required.

Why work with us...

Soho House offers competitive compensation packages that feature global benefits and perks. Whether you’re seeking entry-level employment or a new opportunity to expand your profession, we offer training to develop the technical and managerial skills necessary to enhance your career.

• Health Care + 401K: Full-time employees are eligible for full benefits; Medical, Dental, and Vision as well as a Retirement fund with a 2% match.


• Paid Time Off: Full- Time Employees have sick days + vacation days.


• Career Development: Soho House can progress your career domestically or internationally as well as managerially or technically.


• Soho Impact: Empowering the Soho House Community to make positive change, through mentoring, apprenticeship, local outreach, and sustainability.


• Learning & Development: An extensive range of internally and externally run courses are available for all employees.


• Cookhouse & House Tonic: Celebrating our passion for food and drink. Check out our monthly calendars and get involved in trips, trainings and events. Available to all.


• Team Events: From fitness sessions to cinema screenings and art classes, each month, we hold a series of fun events which you can sign up for.