Line Cook Job at Bronzeville Winery, Chicago, IL

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  • Bronzeville Winery
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Job Title: Line Cook
Location: Bronzeville Winery – Chicago, IL

About Bronzeville Winery
Bronzeville Winery is a cultural institution reimagining what hospitality can look like on the South Side of Chicago. Located in the heart of the historic Bronzeville neighborhood, our restaurant is rooted in storytelling, artistry, and community. We craft dishes that honor heritage and push boundaries—where seasonal, locally sourced ingredients meet global influence and refined technique.

Led by Executive Chef Brandon Rogers, our culinary program centers creativity, innovation, and the power of food to inspire. As recipients of the Jean Banchet Award for Best in Hospitality, and with aspirations for James Beard and Michelin recognition, Bronzeville Winery is a place for driven culinarians to make a lasting impact.

About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and skilled Line Cook to join our award-winning kitchen team. This role is ideal for cooks who are eager to sharpen their craft, contribute to menu innovation, and be a part of one of Chicago’s most exciting culinary movements.

What You’ll Do
Culinary Execution & Innovation

  • Execute seasonal, chef-driven dishes with an emphasis on bold flavors, precision, and creative plating

  • Work confidently across multiple stations—sauté, grill, garde manger, expo—with consistency and focus

  • Help develop and test new dishes, bringing fresh ideas to the kitchen table

  • Highlight vegetables and plant-forward cuisine with the same reverence as traditional proteins

Creative & Technical Skill Building

  • Refine techniques in knife work, sauce making, fermentation, and vegan/vegetarian preparation

  • Elevate plating presentations—where visual artistry meets flavor

  • Embrace modern and classical methods that reflect our commitment to both innovation and craft

Kitchen Culture & Collaboration

  • Maintain an organized, efficient, and sanitary station in a high-performance kitchen

  • Work alongside a passionate team in a supportive, mentorship-driven environment

  • Attend daily pre-shift meetings and contribute to operational improvements and service excellence

  • Embody a mindset of continuous growth, accountability, and hospitality

Who You Are

  • 2+ years experience in professional kitchens—fine dining, Michelin-level, or upscale casual preferred

  • A strong understanding of seasonality, local sourcing, and sustainable cooking practices

  • A passion for plant-forward cuisine and a desire to push creative boundaries

  • Calm under pressure, solutions-oriented, and motivated by excellence

  • A team player with humility, hustle, and a deep respect for the craft

Why Join Us?

  • Be part of a forward-thinking, award-winning restaurant shaping the next wave of Chicago dining

  • Competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for career advancement

  • Collaborate with a team led by Michelin-trained leadership and visionary culinary talent

  • Play a key role in a kitchen driven by sustainability, community, and culinary artistry

  • Get hands-on experience in a restaurant with ambitions for national recognition

How to Apply
Please send your resume and a short note about your culinary perspective and why you’re a strong fit for our kitchen to employment@bronzevillewinery.com .

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and inspiring team.

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Casual work, Local area, Shift work,

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