What are the responsibilities and job description for the Breakfast Line Cook position at Courageous Bakery & Cafe?
Experienced Breakfast Line Cook
Courageous Bakery & Café – Elmhurst, IL
Pay: $20.00–$22.00 per hour (includes service fee bonus, based on experience)
Job Type: Part-Time to Full Time
About Us
Courageous Bakery & Café is a locally owned café serving scratch-made breakfast, brunch, lunch, coffee, and catering. We're proud of our quality, our team, and the experience we provide every guest.
We're looking for a dependable line cook who enjoys working in a fast-paced kitchen and takes pride in producing consistently great food.
Schedule
This position begins with:
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
- Monday
Typical shift:
6:30 AM–3:15 PM
Occasional earlier start times may be required for catering production.
Additional weekday hours may become available for the right candidate.
Compensation
- $20.00–$22.00 per hour based on experience
- Includes service fee bonus shared among eligible team members
- Opportunities for growth and increased hours
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate:
- Has previous line cooking experience
- Breakfast experience is preferred, but we are willing to train the right candidate with equitable kitchen experience
- Works with a sense of urgency while maintaining quality
- Is dependable, punctual, and takes pride in their work
- Communicates well with teammates
- Stays organized during busy service
- Is willing to help wherever needed
Responsibilities
- Prepare breakfast and lunch menu items according to recipes and quality standards
- Work efficiently during busy service periods
- Prep ingredients and restock the line throughout the shift
- Assist with catering preparation
- Wash dishes and maintain a clean workstation
- Take out trash and complete daily cleaning tasks
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards
- Work as part of a team to keep the kitchen running smoothly
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand for duration of shift
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Why Join Courageous?
- Consistent daytime hours—no late nights
- Supportive, team-oriented culture
- Locally owned business where your work matters
- Opportunity to grow as we continue to expand
- Competitive pay plus service fee
If you're reliable, work hard, enjoy being part of a team, and take pride in preparing great food, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply online today and tell us about your kitchen experience
https://ordercourageous.com/careers
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Paid training
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22