Line Cook

Fifth Third Arena | Chicago, IL

For nearly 30 years, One Off Hospitality has been shaping Chicago's dining scene with iconic restaurants and bars built on creativity, care, and genuine hospitality. Now, we're bringing that same energy to Fifth Third Arena, home of the Chicago Blackhawks, with two exciting new concepts:

• Rocky's Bar – a tribute to the late Chairman Rocky Wirtz, and a fan-favorite from the United Center, anchoring the arena's dining experience with premium cocktails, curated food offerings, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a life well lived.
• Raise the Cup Café – an all-day spot serving coffee and premium bites, designed to fuel athletes, fans, and everyone in between.

We're looking for Line Cooks who are passionate about great food, precision, and teamwork — cooks who thrive in a fast-paced, high-standard kitchen and take pride in every plate they send out.

REPORTS TO: Chef

PAY TYPE: Hourly
FLSA: Non-Exempt

The Line Cook plays a key role in delivering One Off Hospitality's standard of culinary excellence. This position requires focus, energy, and a commitment to quality — ensuring that every dish leaving the line is executed with precision, consistency, and pride. Our ideal candidate is dependable, driven, and eager to learn from some of the city's best culinary talent.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain a cheerful, courteous, and professional attitude at all times
• Set up and work multiple stations efficiently and accurately
• Complete required misc. tasks, prep lists, and station setup before service
• Execute menu items according to One Off Hospitality's recipes, timing, and presentation standards
• Maintain clean, organized workstations and properly handle all tools and kitchen equipment
• Assist teammates as needed — from prep to dish — especially during peak service
• Work private functions, banquets, and special events as scheduled
• Operate and clean kitchen equipment safely and effectively
• Work efficiently with a constant sense of urgency while maintaining composure under pressure
• Communicate clearly with the Facility Chef and fellow cooks regarding station needs and potential issues
• Complete opening, closing, and shift-change duties accurately and on time
• Follow all safety, sanitation, and food handling policies
• Bring energy, reliability, and pride to every shift

Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience, Skills)

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2 years of back-of-house experience in a professional kitchen
• Valid Food Handler Certification required
• Strong attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
• Ability to stay calm, efficient, and precise under pressure
• Commitment to maintaining a clean, safe, and team-oriented work environment
• Self-motivated with a passion for learning and growth

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Ability to stand for 8–10 hours and lift up to 50 lbs
• Comfortable working in a hot, fast-paced kitchen environment
• Ability to work varied shifts, including nights, weekends, and event days
• Must be able to tolerate and work with common kitchen allergens (dairy, gluten, nuts, soy, seafood, shellfish)

Who We Are:

At One Off Hospitality, we treat our guests like family and our restaurants like home. Our kitchens are places of creativity, collaboration, and respect — where great food and genuine hospitality meet. Joining our team at Fifth Third Arena means being part of something bigger: the energy of Chicago, the pride of the Blackhawks, and the excellence of One Off.

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