Overnight Line Cook Job at BOKA Restaurant Group in Chicago

Pay Range

Base pay: $25.00/hr – $27.00/hr

Position

Boka Restaurant Group and the Chicago Athletic Association are currently seeking Overnight In‑Room Dining Line Cooks to join their team.

Hours

Please note the hours for this role are 10:00 PM–6:00 AM.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, clean, and maintain food preparation areas, equipment, and serving stations to ensure safe and sanitary food‑handling practices.
• Maintain cleanliness and comply with all food safety and sanitation (including handwashing) guidelines and procedures at all times.
• Ensure food is stored, handled, and cooked at proper temperatures by regulating ovens, broilers, grills, fryers, and other equipment.
• Verify freshness and quality of ingredients by checking dates, rotating stock, and following FIFO (First In, First Out) procedures.
• Prepare, season, and cook food according to standardized recipes and portion sizes.
• Weigh, measure, and mix ingredients using appropriate kitchen utensils and equipment.
• Bake, roast, broil, grill, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other menu items.
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food according to recipe standards and plate presentation guidelines.
• Observe, test, and taste food to ensure proper flavor, texture, and doneness.
• Assist with food preparation and production during off‑peak or high‑volume periods as needed.
• Accurately read and complete IRD tickets, communicating with the FOH team when clarification is needed.
• Prepare and complete IRD prep lists and assist with banquet event prep during slower service times.
• Stock and maintain sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure smooth service.
• Open or close the kitchen following the designated checklists per station.
• Communicate effectively with the culinary team to ensure efficient operations.
• Handle and store all food and supplies according to restaurant policies and procedures.
• Take guests’ allergies seriously and comply with the restaurant’s allergy protocol.
• Conduct regular tastings to maintain consistency and uphold quality standards.
• Ensure uniform, grooming, and appearance standards are met at all times.
• Attend scheduled meetings and actively contribute ideas for improvement.
• Fill in when necessary to maintain guest service standards.
• Demonstrate self‑motivation, focus, and efficiency, especially during busy service periods.
• Support smooth kitchen operations and transitions in alignment with Boka Restaurant Group (BRG) standards.
• Maintain reliable and consistent attendance in accordance with the seven‑day operational schedule.

Qualifications

• Hardworking
• High‑volume kitchen experience
• Food handlers’ certification
• Flexible schedule

Physical Requirements

• Lift and move up to 10 pounds; frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Safely and effectively use all necessary tools, equipment, and cleaning chemicals
• Stand and walk for an entire shift, including moving safely through all areas of the restaurant, which may include stairs, uneven, and/or slick surfaces
• Ability to bear exposure to hot and cold environments

Equal Opportunity

Boka Restaurant Group is an equal opportunity employer.

More detail about Chicago Athletic Association part of BOKA Restaurant Group, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/881595-Chicago-Athletic-Association