Line Cook - Holiday Inn Schaumburg

Company: Schaumburg Lodging LLC
Location: Schaumburg
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Holiday Inn in Schaumburg, IL is currently seeking friendly individuals who enjoy providing excellent guest service. The Line Cook’s primary responsibility is to uphold the restaurant’s high standards of excellence by providing the highest quality of service to guests. Line Cook is responsible for accurately and efficiently cooking meats, fish, vegetables, soups and other hot food products as well as preparing and portioning food products prior to cooking. The Line Cook is also responsible for performing other duties in the areas of food and final plate preparation including plating and garnishing of cooked items and the preparation of appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates. SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE: 1. Must have the ability to provide professional and courteous guest service. 2. Must have good time management skills and the ability to work with minimal supervision. 3. Must have good organizational skills, the ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment. 4. Must have the ability to understand and follow verbal/written instructions and communicate both verbally and in writing. 5. Must have the ability to maintain a positive and professional attitude during all interactions. 6. Must have a working knowledge of computers and basic math skills. 7. Previous kitchen preparation and/or cooking experience preferred. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Assists all guests in a professional and courteous manner. 2. Performs job duties and responsibilities in a cost-effective manner and within budgetary guidelines. 3. Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, vegetables and other food items for cooking in broilers, ovens, grills, fryers and a variety of other kitchen equipment. 4. Follows proper plate presentation and garnish set up for all dishes. 5. Assists in food prep assignments during off-peak periods as needed. 6. Sets up, stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to ensure a smooth service period. 7. Is knowledgeable of and complies consistently with restaurant standard portion sizes, cooking methods, quality standards and all kitchen policies and procedures. 8. Is knowledgeable of all menu items, specials and restaurant offers or promotions. 9. Maintains a clean, organized and appropriately stocked work area. Handles stores and rotates all products appropriately. 10. Thoroughly completes any assigned set-up, side work or closing duties. 11. Thoroughly communicates with management and associates through daily communication and attends required meetings. 12. Understands and applies all facility safety and security procedures as required to maintain a safe and secure environment for associates and guests. 13. Keeps supervisor promptly and fully informed of all problems or unusual matters of significance coming to his/her attention so prompt corrective action can be taken. 14. Performs all other duties as assigned. Shift: 6am-10am or 4pm-9pm Type: Full-time or Part-time Pay: $16.00/hour We offer flexible hours, competitive pay, bonus eligibility, annual performance based increases, employee discounts, vacation pay, 401k and benefits to full-time associates after eligibility requirements have been met (free medical for employees and highly discounted for spouse/child/family). Other opportunities are available. Apply today! Candidates offered employment must submit to a background check. We are an E-Verify participating employer. EOE M/F/D/V

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