1112 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, IL

Lead Baker & Pastry Cook

Dimmi Dimmi Corner Italian More Info

1112 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, IL

Full Time • Hourly ($20.00 - $25.00)

Expires: Dec 24, 2025 • Closed: Dec 9, 2025

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Required Years of Experience

2 years

Job Details

Cornerstone Restaurant Group (CRG), based in Fulton Market, is seeking a talented Lead Baking and Pastry Cook for CRG’s newest restaurant, Dimmi Dimmi, nestled in the Lincoln Park neighborhood. The restaurant features 75 seats inside, with an additional 40 seats outside during patio season next summer.

With Dimmi Dimmi, CRG is reimagining the iconic neighborhood Italian spot with bold red-sauce staples, classic cocktails, and a warm, buzzing vibe. It’s where timeless tradition meets modern energy, brought to life with heartfelt hospitality and moments made to share.

As Lead Baking and Pastry Cook, you’ll collaborate with an exceptional culinary team led by Executive Chef Matthew Eckfeld, who honed his expertise in Italian cuisine at New York’s celebrated Carbone and other iconic Major Food Group restaurants. Our pastry program is guided by consultant Casey Doody, a French Pastry School alum and former Director of Pastry at the renowned Boka Group.

We’re looking for a cook who shares our passion for heartfelt hospitality, values collaboration, and thrives in creating a team environment where guests and employees alike feel appreciated and inspired. If you’re ready to be part of something special, to grow, lead, and help write the next chapter of the CRG story, we’d love to connect with you.

The following reflects management’s definition of essential functions for the Baking & Pastry position but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or for other reasons.

Responsible for executing bread making (focaccia, pizza doughs).
Collaborate with the Executive Chef to execute Italian-inspired dessert menus, including pastries, cakes, and plated desserts.
Monitor and maintain the quality of all ingredients and finished products, making sure that they meet established standards for flavor, texture, and appearance.
Manage the pastry kitchen's inventory, conduct regular stock checks.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked pastry station, ensuring all equipment and tools are in good working order.
Adhere to and enforce all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene regulations, maintaining a compliant and safe kitchen environment.
Full time, 7:30am - 3:30pm

Benefits

Paid Vacation (earn immediately, up to 40 hours in your first year)
Paid Sick Leave
Premium Holiday Pay
Dining Discount and Family Meal
Medical, Dental and Vision insurances Offered (must average 30 hrs/week)
Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Critical Illness, and Voluntary Critical Accident Insurances Offered
Naturalization Exam Reimbursement
Referral Program Bonus
Pre-tax Commuter Benefits
Chicago Athletic Clubs Discount

Job Requirements

Proven experience as a pastry cook.
Passion for and knowledge of Italian breads and desserts.
Strong organizational and time-management skills.
Creativity and a good eye for detail, with a focus on presentation.
Ability to work efficiently and calmly under pressure.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
Ability to read and follow recipes precisely.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 20 pounds on a regular basis.
Frequent long periods of standing and walking are expected during the workday.
Ability to reach for objects and stoop or bend as needed to perform job duties.
This position may involve visual and auditory tasks, including the ability to see and hear adequately to perform job functions.
Able to go up and down stairs frequently, carrying up to 25 pounds.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($20.00 - $25.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, Commuter Benefits, Dining Discounts

Required Skills

Team Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Adaptability in a Fast Paced Environment

Problem Solving Skills

Effective Communication

Customer Service Orientation

Time Management

Creativity in Menu Development

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Dimmi Dimmi Corner Italian

Italian

Upscale Casual

Part of Cornerstone Restaurant Group

Cornerstone Restaurant Group (CRG), based in Fulton Market, is seeking a talented Assistant General Manager to help lead the opening of CRG’s newest restaurant, Dimmi Dimmi, nestled in the Lincoln Park neighborhood and set to open Summer 2025. The restaurant will feature 90 seats inside, with an additional 40 seats outside during patio season.

With Dimmi Dimmi, CRG is reimagining the iconic neighborhood Italian spot with bold red-sauce staples, classic cocktails, and a warm, buzzing vibe. It’s where timeless tradition meets modern energy, brought to life with heartfelt hospitality and moments made to share.

As the Assistant General Manager, you’ll collaborate with the General Manager and an exceptional culinary team led by Executive Chef Matthew Eckfeld, who honed his expertise in Italian cuisine at New York’s celebrated Carbone and other iconic Major Food Group restaurants. Our pastry program is guided by consultant Casey Doody, a French Pastry School alum and former Director of Pastry at the renowned Boka Group.

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