Full Time Line Cook
Company
Smack Dab Chicago
Location
Chicago, IL (+1 other)
Job Type
Full-time
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Job Description
Smack Dab is looking for a fantastic and focused Line Cook to join our team for our busy season and beyond! We are a queer-woman bruncheonette known for our Life-Changing Breakfast Sandwiches, our handmade donuts, our genuine service and our community involvement. Our dream hire knows how to bang out a very busy brunch on the line (200+ tickets on the weekends), can mesh quickly into an established system, yet is always excited to improve and innovate with their team. Our Line Cooks need to stay cool under pressure, prioritize tasks and needs on the fly with ever-changing circumstances and execute tickets with speed and accuracy. Egg cookery and grill experience is a must. We feed a lot of gluten free, vegetarian and vegan customers, so knowledge of allergens is crucial. Requirements:Our ideal candidate has mental acuity, strong knife skills and a fluency in standard cooking techniques and bulk production. Expo experience and/or a baking background is a plus, but not required. Candidates should be critical thinkers and self-directed. At this time, we are not considering entry-level applicants or those returning to the field. Part of our charm is to make this job look easy--it's not. We work hard to provide a relaxed environment for customers, which means we are professionals who are focused, efficient and results-driven.Schedule:Weekend availability is required for morning shifts (7 am–4 pm range), along with 2-3 weekday shifts. There is also an opportunity for weekday production hours in the late afternoon or early evening.Compensation:Starting wage is $22–24/hour based on experience. Merit-based raises are available within 90 days, in addition to PTO, sick pay, 401k matching, health insurance and disability. Please include your resume with your application along with 1-2 references! Location: we are located on the far north side in Rogers Park, Chicago, almost in Evanston. Local candidates are highly preferred.
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What is the federal minimum wage for cleaning staff jobs in the United States as of 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for cleaning staff positions as of January 1, 2026. Employers must pay 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. Twenty-seven states enforce higher minimums including $16.50 per hour in Washington state effective January 1, 2026.
How many hours per week and what leave benefits apply to cleaning staff under federal law in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires cleaning staff to receive overtime pay after 40 hours in a workweek as of 2026. Full-time employees qualify for up to 12 weeks of unpaid Family and Medical Leave after 12 months of employment and 1,250 hours worked. No federal paid sick leave mandate exists but 14 states require at least 40 hours of paid sick leave annually starting January 1, 2026.
What education and experience are required for cleaning staff jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor lists no formal education requirement for cleaning staff positions as of 2026. Most employers accept applicants with a high school diploma or equivalent and 0-6 months of prior experience. Background checks are mandatory for 78 percent of janitorial contracts under federal facility standards.
What documents are needed to apply for cleaning staff jobs through official U.S. government channels in 2026?
Applicants must submit Form I-9 employment eligibility verification and a valid Social Security card to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security as of 2026. A state-issued photo ID and proof of address dated within 30 days are also required for most federal contractor positions. No application fee is permitted under DOL rules.
