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Line Cook
Itoko
Chicago, IL
Itoko hiring Line Cook in Chicago, IL

Itoko hiring Line Cook in Chicago, IL

Line Cook

ItokoMore Info

Chicago, IL
Full/Part Time • Hourly ($19.00 - $22.00)
Expires: May 16, 2026

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Required Years of Experience

1 year


Job Details

Boka Restaurant Group and ‘Jean Banchet Award of Culinary Excellence’ winner, Chef Gene Kato, are currently looking for a part time Seasonal Line Cook, with full time position possible in the future.  We are looking for a candidate with night time and weekend availability. 

 

BENEFITS & PERKS: Health, Dental, and Voluntary Benefits Package (available after 90 days), employer-sponsored mental health and resource program, paid sick leave, 401(k) program, career mentorship and growth potential, and dining incentives across our 20+ establishments!   

 

ABOUT BOKA RESTAURANT GROUP: Boka Restaurant Group is a James Beard Award-winning group, anchored by partnerships with some of American’s greatest chefs. With a firm belief that genuine hospitality makes the world a more human place, we strive beyond convention to believe in and support each other, care for our communities, and work together to build the world we want to live in. View our restaurants here: https://www.bokagrp.com/ 
 
ABOUT ITOKO: ITOKO is a sushi and robata house located in Chicago’s historic Southport Lanes building. The menu features Kato’s high level of ingredients and technique, but brings a relaxed environment curated for the Southport neighborhood.   

 

LINE COOK’S RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:  

  • Keep station organized during busy service
  • Maintain cleanliness of the kitchen and your station
  • Cooking dishes while following recipes
  • Opening or closing the kitchen
  • Work as part of a team

 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

  • Flexible schedule
  • High-volume experience
  • Dependable
  • Team player
  • Focused

 

This is an ideal position for someone who is dedicated to providing great service and is seeking to become a member of a hard-working and fun team! 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Ability to lift 10- 30lbs if necessary. 
  • Safely and effectively use all necessary tools and equipment. 
  • Stand and walk for the entirety of an eight-hour shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant. 

 

If you feel you meet the requirements, are a team player, experienced, passionate, and dedicated to your craft, we want to hear from you!  Please reply with a copy of your resume AND a cover letter detailing why you'd be a great addition to our team! 


Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $22.00)

Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Time Off, 401k, Dining Discounts


Required Skills

Advanced Knife Skills

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Night Time and Weekend Availability

Strong Organizational Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Attention to Detail

High Volume Experience

Effective Communication Skills

Cleaning / Sanitation

Time Management Skills

Dependable

Adaptability

Sauteing

Team Player

Customer Service Orientation

Team Oriented Mindset

Grilling

Collaboration

Focused

Problem Solving Skills

Meat Cookery

Ability to follow instructions

Vegetable Cookery

Physical Stamina

Fish Cookery

Willingness to Learn

Teamwork

Passion for culinary arts

Positive Attitude

Communication

Plating and Presentation

Taking Direction and Feedback

Kitchen Equipment Use

Safety and Sanitation

Professionalism

High Volume Cooking

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Japanese

Upscale Casual, Casual Dining

Part of BOKA Restaurant Group

Situated in Lakeview's iconic Southport Corridor, Itoko is a neighborhood Japanese and robata restaurant from Gene Kato, Executive Chef of Momotaro. “Itoko” means cousin in Japanese, and refers to the connection with Momotaro, located in the Fulton Market District

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