Line Cook

Line Cook – Kama Bistro (La Grange, IL)

Kama Bistro is hiring an experienced Line Cook for our La Grange location. We’re a modern Indian restaurant with three Chicago-area locations. Our kitchen moves fast, cooks from scratch and cares about every plate that goes out. If you take pride in your craft and want to grow with a team that values consistency and quality, we want to meet you.

What you’ll do

• Skilled in sautee and grill
• Prepare and cook menu items to Kama Bistro’s recipes, portion standards and plating guidelines
• Run your station during service (tandoor, sauté, grill, frt or curry line), keeping tickets moving and quality consistent
• Do daily prep: chopping, marinating, making sauces and gravies, and par-cooking so your station is fully stocked before service
• Work with the expo, servers and other cooks so dine-in, takeout and delivery orders go out on time
• Follow food safety and sanitation standards, including correct temperatures, labeling, dating and FIFO rotation
• Keep your station clean and organized during the shift, and break it down fully at close
• Track inventory on your station and report low stock, waste and equipment problems to the Sous Chef or Kitchen Manager
• Follow allergen and dietary-restriction procedures carefully
• Support opening and closing kitchen checklists
• Help train new kitchen team members as you grow in the role

What we’re looking for

• 1–2+ years of line cook experience in a full-service restaurant (Indian cuisine experience is a plus, not required)
• Solid knife skills and a working knowledge of cooking techniques
• Ability to stay calm, accurate and fast during high-volume service
• Food Handler certification (or willingness to get it within 30 days)
• Reliable, punctual, and open to feedback
• Available to work evenings, weekends and holidays
• Able to stand for long shifts and lift up to 50 lbs

What we offer

• Health, vision and dental insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Competitive hourly pay: $[XX–XX]/hour, based on experience
• Staff meals and employee dining discounts
• Room to advance within a growing three-location restaurant group

Schedule: Full TIme
Location: 9 S. Lagrange road, La Grange, IL

How to apply: Send your resume to [email] or apply in person at our La Grange location, [days/times].

Kama Bistro is an equal opportunity employer.