Prep Chef Jobs in Illinois

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The Fireplace Inn

Grill Cook

We are looking to hire a prep cook who is willing to learn what we do here in our kitchen and is reliable and hard working. The Fireplace Inn is a family owned business who has been in Old Town...

Meat Cutter and Wrapper

  • Galena, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Galena, IL
  • 2 hours 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...

Butcher

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 hours ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds....

Culinary Aide - Memory Care - Part-time - Afternoons

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 5 hours ago

Arden Courts Northbrook is hiring a part-time Culinary (Dietary) Aide for 4 hour shifts As a Culinary Aide you assist the Food Service Coordinator and/or cook in maintaining a clean kitchen area...

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 hours ago

Skills Cooking Food Preparation Recipe Following Culinary Skills...

Prep Cook - Flexible Hours

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 9 hours ago

All Chili's Jobs Prep Cook - Flexible Hours - Full Time Chili's - Bolingbrook, IL Posted on 06/09/25 (Ref: ILEIg7qXA8) Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the...

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Prep Cook Italian Village 71 West Monroe Street, Chicago, IL, United States Full Time Hourly ($19.00 - $21.00) Expires: Jul 9, 2025 Be an early applicant Required Years of Experience 2 years Job...

Line Cook / Prep Cook

  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Our on-premise butcher shop allows our team to hand carve and grind (daily) to ensure the peak freshness and premium flavor of our beef and bison....

Health Center Prep Cook Full Time

  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Title: Prep Cook Status: Non-Exempt, Full Time Rate of Pay: $17 - 19 per hour, depending on experience Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7AM - 3PM or 11AM - 7PM with rotating weekends Sedgebrook is...

Prep Cook - Skokie Chili's

  • Skokie, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 15 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Line Cook/Prep cook

  • Orland Park, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Orland Park, IL
  • 15 hours ago

As a line cook/prep cook, you are required to be able to fulfil all orders correctly, and in a timely manner. You are also responsible for restocking your line and help in making catering orders....

Meat Cutter

  • River Forest, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • River Forest, IL
  • 1 day ago

If youre someone who has a genuine desire to help people live better and healthier lives, join us as we work to be a trusted resource in our communities, offering real people, real food at real...

Bartenders/Line Cooks/Pizza Cooks/Prep Cooks/Dishwashers

  • Palatine, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 1 day ago

Join the Pizza Bella Family! We are hiring for the following positions: -Line Cooks -Pizza Cooks -Prep Cooks -Dishwashers -Bartenders Restaurant hours are Mon, Wed, Thur, Sun 4PM-9PM and Fri, Sat...

Lead/Prep Cook Full-time Mid Shift

  • Geneva, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Geneva, IL
  • 1 day ago

Demonstrates consistent use of knife skills (chopping, slicing, dicing, paring) Prepares and presents cafe, patient, and catering menu items according to recipes and standards....

Seasonal Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Midtown is looking for a talented Seasonal Prep Cook to enhance our stellar restaurant experience. Pay Rate: $20.00/ hour What Youll Do Our Prep Cooks are the heroes behind the scenes, assisting...

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHire research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.3%
Associate's Degree
24.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.1%
Master's Degree
2.3%
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 Illinois
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%