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Kitchen Prep / Back-of-House Assistant (Fast-Paced Chinese Takeout)

China Bistro
Algonquin, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 8/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026

Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time


About Us

With over 35 years of restaurant industry experience, we operate a strong, stable, and high-volume Chinese takeout business. We believe in taking care of our team: if you show respect, work hard, and bring a positive attitude, we will invest in you and your long-term growth.


What You’ll Do

  • Handmade Appetizers: Prepare, roll, and fold high-demand appetizers like egg rolls, crab rangoons and wontons.
  • Prep Ingredients: Wash, peel, chop, and portion vegetables, meats, and aromatics to keep the line moving fast.
  • Wok & Line Cooking Opportunities: Learn and train to cook fried rice, soup, noodles, classic sauce entrées, and deep-fryer items on the line.
  • Inventory & Restock: Unload weekly deliveries, organize dry storage and walk-in coolers (FIFO), and keep prep stations fully stocked.
  • Kitchen Support: Maintain a clean workspace, handle dishware/equipment sanitation, and jump in wherever help is needed.


What We’re Looking For

  • Basic knife skills and kitchen safety awareness (prior restaurant prep experience preferred, but we will train the right attitude).
  • Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 40–50 lbs (produce boxes, rice bags).
  • Reliability, punctuality, and a strong team-first mindset.
  • Adaptable, willing to jump into different tasks, and eager to learn new kitchen skills.



Perks & Benefits

  • Hourly pay with steady, reliable hours
  • Free shift meals every day
  • Clear path to line cook training and pay raises
  • Fast, straightforward hiring process—start immediately


Apply today and join our kitchen team!

Salary : $15 - $20

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