Line Cook

Job overview

The Line Cook role is onsite in Lombard, Illinois. Compensation is $17–$21 per hour. The cook supports kitchen operations at Benihana, preparing menu items to the restaurant’s standards and helping deliver a consistent dining experience. The role prepares dishes at an assigned station, follows recipes and plating standards, and coordinates with front- and back-of-house teams. It also includes prep, stocking, kitchen organization, and adherence to food safety and sanitation requirements.

What you'll do

• Prepare dishes at the assigned station
• follow recipes, portioning, and plating standards
• process food tickets accurately
• maintain cleanliness, organization, and food safety
• complete prep and stocking tasks
• coordinate with front- and back-of-house teams
• follow health department sanitation requirements and chef instructions.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

line cook

lombard il

benihana

$17–$21/hr

food preparation

kitchen operations

food safety

recipe execution

food tickets

teamwork

nights and weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible full-time restaurant employees
• 401(k), dining discounts or onsite meals, paid time off, employee assistance program, commuter and dependent-care benefits, and career development opportunities.

Why this role

The posting requires availability for nights, weekends, and holidays.

About the employer

Benihana - Lombard is hiring for this role. Industry: Full-Service Restaurants. Sector: 72.