Line Cook

  • Midtown Athletic Club - Palatine
  • Palatine, Illinois
  • Full Time
Required Years of Experience

1 year

Job Details Job Details

Midtown Athletic Club's Palatine Location is looking for a talented full time Line & Prep Cook to enhance our stellar cafe experience.

What Youll Do

Our Line Cooks are the artists and heart of our restaurants. They are motivated and passionate about helping others eat delicious and clean, convenient food. As an integral part of our F&B team, youll be preparing and artfully plating delicious meal options, and doing so, while maintaining a safe & sanitary workspace.

Why Youll Love It

  • Youll be joining a team that takes collaboration to another level. We work together to support all aspects of the food & beverage experience and we dont hesitate to step outside our comfort zones to help one another be successful. This is a unique learning opportunity for you to become familiar with multiple areas of the business, including fitness, racquet sports, and spa.

What Your Days Will Look Like

  • Quickly and efficiently preparing food orders with pride

  • Follow established recipes and presentation standards

  • Maintain clean and sanitary kitchen areas to promote a safe and enjoyable member experience

  • Assisting with periodic catering events

  • Assist with daily food prep work

Youd Be a Great Fit If You

  • Are passionate about preparing and cooking delicious meals for others

  • Have excellent professional references

  • Have a passion for helping others

  • Display Kindness

  • Bring optimism to work each day

  • Are relentless about showing pride in your work, every day

  • A willingness to listen to constructive feedback and apply it moving forward

  • Understand the importance of complying with Department of Health-sanitary guidelines

  • Have the ability to work gracefully and quickly under pressure

Bonus Points if You Have:

  • At least one year(s) of food preparation and cooking experience

  • Teamwork and collaboration as part of your DNA

  • Current ServSafe certification (food handler & allergen)

  • An insatiable desire to deliver exceptionally consistent and meticulously prepared food & beverages as their language of hospitality.

The Other Stuff

Our line cook team is on time and ready to deliver our best work. We anticipate problems and do our best to take preventative measures for our members. At times, we host member events that include the food & beverage department.

We would hate to miss out on your application because you do not meet every requirement transferrable skills and education will also be considered, so please do not hesitate to apply!

Benefits and Compensation

Compensation: $19$25per hour, depending on experience.

This job description is intended to describe the general requirements for the position. It is not a complete statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements. Other duties not listed here may be assigned as necessary to ensure the proper operations of the department.

MIDTOWN is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Compensation Details

Compensation: Hourly ($19.00 - $25.00)

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

Required Skills

Passion for cooking

Attention to Detail

Ability to work in a team environment

Strong Work Ethic

Adaptability

Customer Service Orientation

Time Management Skills

Ability to Handle Constructive Feedback

Problem Solving Skills

Creativity in Food Presentation

Commitment to Food Safety

Ability to work in a fast paced environment

Positive Attitude

Willingness to Learn

Desire for Continuous Improvement

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Job ID: 490267620
Originally Posted on: 8/21/2025

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