Trino is hiring experienced Line Cooks to join our growing kitchen team in the West Loop. Trino was named Best New Restaurant by Eater Chicago (2025) and is a chef-driven restaurant focused on quality, creativity, and strong fundamentals.
We’re looking for cooks who take pride in their craft, work well as part of a team, and want to grow in a fast-paced, professional kitchen.
Your Role: As a Line Cook, you will play a pivotal role in delivering the exceptional culinary creations that define TRINO. You will:
- Collaborate with our culinary team to prepare and execute menu items with precision and consistency.
- Maintain the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and organization in the kitchen. As a late night chef you will be responsible for closing down the kitchen at the end of the night.
- You MUST have current ServSafe Food Handler and ServSale Allergen for Illinois.
- Contribute to menu innovation by bringing your creative ideas to the table as you grow with the team.
What We’re Looking For:
- Proven experience as a line cook in a fast-paced, upscale dining environment, three years experience preferred.
- Strong understanding of culinary techniques, ingredients, and kitchen equipment.
- A team-oriented mindset and excellent communication skills.
- Passion for learning, growth, and culinary innovation. Humility, respect and support for all area of the kitchen, including dish area! We are all one team.
- Dedication to delivering exceptional guest experiences.
What We Offer:
- Competitive compensation
- 4-day workweek-10-hour shifts
Consistent scheduling and strong work-life balance - A supportive and inspiring work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth within the Cinco Suenos restaurant group.
- The chance to be part of a culinary legacy that will continue to shape the Chicago restaurant industry.
How to Apply: If you are ready to take your culinary career to the next level and join a team that values creativity, excellence, and tradition, we want to hear from you!
- Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter detailing your passion for the culinary arts and why you would be a great fit for Trino!
- **YOU MUST SUBMIT 1-2 PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES** Applications without references will be ignored.
Be a part of something extraordinary. Join us on the adventure of a lifetime!
TRINO: @Trinoxchi
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.