Prep Chef Jobs in Matteson, IL

1-15 of 26 Jobs

Kitchen Prep

  • Bob Evans
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range $14 - $18 per hour depending on geographic location and local market demand Early Close / No Late Nights Great Work / Life Balance Career Growth Excellent Benefits including 401(k) with...

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Prep Cook

  • Lacoste
  • Oak Brook, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Chefs and Kitchen Leadership with professionalism and enthusiasm What Were Looking For Previous experience as a Prep Cook, Kitchen Assistant, or similar role in a high-volume kitchen preferred Strong knife...

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Prep Cook - Steakhouse

  • FRENCH LICK RESORT
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (5 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (5 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Duties And Responsibilities Adheres to company methods of food preparation, cooking, portion control, and garnishing Sharpens and handles various kitchen knives Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables...

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Kitchen Prep

  • Fogo De Chao
  • Oak Brook, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Provides support through preparation and proper presentation of all salad bar items, side dishes and desserts according to recipe in an efficient manner....

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Meat Cutter

  • Albertsons Company Inc.
  • Merrionette Park, IL (13 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Merrionette Park, IL (13 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Click here to see - A Day in The Life - Meat Cutter A Day in the Life: As a Meat Cutter, you will be on the cutting edge with our beef, poultry, and other meat products, and you must be willing to...

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Team Member for Kitchen Prep & Truck-Nights

  • Chick-fil-A
  • Bourbonnais, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Bourbonnais, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Urgent Hiring for Kitchen Prep and Receiving Part-time / 20-25 hours / $15-$18 / 8:00 pm to 3:00 am Looking for overnight hours? Hopeful for a great team with energy and passion for what they do?...

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Prep Cook

  • Cooper's Hawk Winery
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 7 days ago

Communicate with teammates and managers to ensure a smooth kitchen flow Perform these kitchen functions: Wash, peel, slice, and mix vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients for salads, cold plates,...

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Prep Cook

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Hinsdale, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

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Prep Cook/Receiving Manager

  • The Chew Chew--Riverside
  • Riverside, IL (23 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 18 days ago
  • Riverside, IL (23 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 18 days ago

Responsibilities include food preparation, receiving deliveries, storage maintenance and sanitation....

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Catering Prep Cook

  • Jarabe Mexican Street Food
  • Lyons, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 25 days ago
  • Lyons, IL (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 25 days ago

Preparation Knowledge of food safety practices Baking, Roasting, Broiling, and Steaming Food Ability to work in a fast paced environment Knife Skills Customer Service Orientation Safety and Sanitation...

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Meat Cutter

  • Costco Wholesale Corporation
  • Orland Park, IL (9 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (9 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 26 days ago

California applicants: Please click here to review the Costco Applicant Privacy Notice. The jobs listed are examples of the typical kinds of positions that Costco may hire for when openings exist....

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Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Sam's Club
  • Orland Park, IL (9 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (9 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 28 days ago

... Why do people love shopping for fresh food at Sams Club? Our members tell us one of the biggest reasons is our hard-working and happy-to-help fresh food associates. Join our meat team and you...

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Meat Cutter

  • Jewel Osco
  • Shorewood, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Shorewood, IL (24 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 29 days ago

A Day in the Life: As a Meat & Seafood Clerk, youll be hands-on with fresh proteinspreparing, packaging, and displaying meat and seafood products to meet high standards of quality and food safety....

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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker Cast Member

  • CEC Entertainment, Inc.
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Merrillville, IN (22 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Easy prep for pizza, salads, and wings. Pay and Benefits: Chuck E. Cheese now offers access to earned wages with our NEW Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow program....

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Prep Cook - Food Hall

  • Posted March 5, 2026 Wind Creek Hospitality
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (5 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • East Hazel Crest, IL (5 miles from Matteson, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Duties And Responsibilities Adheres to company methods of food preparation, cooking, portion control, and garnishing Sharpens and handles various kitchen knives Slices, dices and chops fruits, vegetables...

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Demographic Data for Matteson, IL

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Matteson, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Matteson, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.7%
Associate's Degree
24.8%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.6%
Bachelor's Degree
17.2%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.4%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Prep Chefs in Matteson, IL
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%