Who We Are
Blackberry Market is a fast-casual cafe and bakery in the Chicago suburbs offering daily handcrafted meals, dinners to-go, premium coffee drinks, memorable baked goods, and a robust catering menu.
We believe in food that is non-processed, handmade, and fresh. We recognize that food is not only a means to nourishment, but an excuse to pause, reflect, and connect with those we love. Blackberry was designed with this in mind – an active space for meaningful conversations alongside healthful and thoughtful food.
We are quickly expanding and looking for team members to join our growing team.
Whether you’ve been working in restaurants for several years or you’re looking to make a career change, you’ll find that Blackberry Market is a unique place. We were founded as a restaurant that provides excellent work-life balance, a positive work environment, excellence in standards and quality, and a high level of care for our guests and staff.
As a breakfast and lunch restaurant, we have no evening shifts and provide competitive compensation, including robust benefits.
The Position
As a Line Cook at Blackberry Market, you'll be responsible for executing high-quality food with consistency, speed, and care. This role is essential to delivering the handcrafted meals we’re known for — from fresh salads to artisan sandwiches. You’ll work as part of a supportive kitchen team that values precision, cleanliness, and a shared commitment to great food.
Responsibilities
- Execute sandwich and salad orders on the food line with speed, accuracy, and attention to presentation
- Prep workstations and ingredients in advance for service and shift changes
- Maintain a clean, organized, and well-stocked station at all times
- Rotate and store product properly according to food safety standards
- Support the kitchen team with general prep and cleaning duties as assigned
Requirements
- Must be at least 16 years of age
- Working knowledge of kitchen health and safety regulations
- Ability to work calmly and efficiently in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment
- Manual dexterity and physical ability to use knives, kitchen tools, and stand for extended periods
- A collaborative, communicative team player with a positive attitude
- Full weekend availability required (Saturday and Sunday)
- Part-time positions available. Flexible availability required: shifts starting as early as 6am and as late as 6:30pm.
Pay: $16.50 - $17.50 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
