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Food Service -Assistant Cook
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$17/hr OnsiteFull Time
Consolidated High School District 230
Consolidated High School District 230: Public high-school district serving students through three high schools in Chicago's southwest suburbs.
Full-time assistant cook position offering $17.25 per hour, with an additional rate increase for returning employees and optional medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
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Assistant Cook - Part Time (Anticipated)
Joliet, Illinois, United States
OnsitePart Time
Joliet Township High School District 204
Joliet Township High School District 204: Illinois public high-school district educating students in grades 9–12 through academic and career programs.
Part-time assistant cook position in a school cafeteria; compensation and benefits follow the district cafeteria handbook.
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Assistant Cook
Homewood, Illinois, United States
$16/hr OnsitePart Time
Homewood School District 153
Homewood School District 153: Public Illinois PK–8 school district educating children in Homewood and nearby neighborhoods.
Prepare and assist with school food service during school sessions; work Monday–Friday morning shift; follow foodservice procedures and safety guidelines.
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Assistant Cook
Homewood, Illinois, United States
$16/hr OnsiteFull Time
Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium
Suburban Cook County Online Application Consortium: Shared application portal for suburban Cook County school districts.
Prepare meals and assist food service operations for school cafeteria, work Monday–Friday 7:00am–2:00pm when school is in session, follow food safety and district procedures.
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Cook Assistant
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$39k-$44k/yr OnsiteFull Time
It Takes A Village Family of Schools
It Takes A Village Family of Schools: Chicago nonprofit network providing culturally responsive early-childhood and K–8 education and services for Black children and families.
High school diploma or GED, valid Illinois Food Managers license, ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for long periods, knowledge of food safety/CACFP/NSLP, experience preferred.
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Cook Assistant
Chicago, Illinois, United States
$39k-$44k/yr OnsiteFull Time
It Takes A Village Family of Schools
It Takes A Village Family of Schools: Chicago nonprofit network providing culturally responsive early-childhood and K–8 education and services for Black children and families.
Prepare and serve USDA-approved school meals, follow recipes and food-safety standards, maintain sanitation, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in a fast-paced school kitchen.
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Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States
OnsiteFull Time
The Pearl of Crystal Lake
The Pearl of Crystal Lake: For-profit skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility serving older adults with short-term post-hospital care, long-term care, and memory care.
Prior cook or food service experience, ability to lift and perform physical tasks, strong communication and teamwork, follow safety and sanitation, assist with meal planning and inventory, maintain records.
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Waukegan, Illinois, United States
OnsiteFull Time
Denny's
Denny's: Family dining restaurant chain operating throughout the United States.
Must be 18+, able to lift up to 50 lbs, have mobility in the work area, basic math skills, follow safe food handling, perform prep, cooking, stocking, cleaning, and assist service staff as needed.
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Burlington, Wisconsin, United States
$15-$20/hr OnsitePart Time
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago
YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago: Strengthening communities through youth development and healthy living.
1+ YOEPrepare and cook menu items, maintain sanitation, assist inventory; must be 18+, high school diploma or equivalent, minimum 1 year food service experience, lift up to 50 lbs, stand for long periods, and strong communication/team skills.
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Healthcare Cook
Rockford, Illinois, United States
$15-$20/hr OnsiteFull Time
Wesley Willows
Wesley Willows: Nonprofit continuing-care community providing older adults independent, assisted, memory, and skilled nursing care.
2+ YOEHigh school diploma, 2 years institutional cooking experience in long-term care or assisted living, ability to follow menus/dietary requirements, operate kitchen equipment, and maintain sanitation.
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Prep Cook
Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, United States
OnsiteAll Commitments Available
Olive Garden
Olive GardenNYSE: DRI: Casual dining restaurant chain specializing in Italian cuisine.
Prep cook duties with flexible schedules; maintain safety and sanitation; assist kitchen team; able to work in a fast-paced environment.
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Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, United States
OnsiteFull Time, Seasonal
Destination Geneva National
Destination Geneva National: Private Wisconsin golf resort serving vacationers, golfers, dining guests, and event groups with lodging, golf, and restaurants.
Preparing ingredients, following recipes and portioning, maintaining sanitation and safety, assisting cooks, receiving and rotating food stock, and supporting busy kitchen operations.
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Cook full time
Schaumburg, Illinois, United States
$18-$21/hr OnsiteFull Time
Encore Village of Schaumburg
Encore Village of Schaumburg: Schaumburg Life Plan Community serving adults 62+ with independent living, assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing.
Prepare food using standardized recipes, assist with food service and cleanup, follow sanitation standards, and support menu development. Six months professional cooking experience preferred.
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Joliet, Illinois, United States
$16-$17/hr OnsitePart Time, Full Time
Quest Food Management Services
Quest Food Management Services: Provides food service management for schools, universities, and businesses.
Prepares cafeteria menu items, supports kitchen operations, handles food deliveries, assists customers, and follows HACCP and food safety guidelines.
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Mount Prospect, Illinois, United States
$15-$17/hr OnsitePart Time
Lucky Strike Entertainment
Lucky Strike EntertainmentNYSE: LUCK: Operator of bowling, entertainment, and amusement centers.
Prepare menu items to recipes, follow food safety and presentation standards, assist with prep, check orders, and maintain sanitized work areas.
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Melrose Park, Illinois, United States
$18-$24/hr OnsitePart Time
Loyola Medicine
Loyola Medicine: Catholic, nonprofit academic health system serving Chicago’s western suburbs through hospitals, physician groups, clinics, research, and education.
0+ YOEPrepare and season food per recipes, follow production schedules, ensure food safety/sanitation, document temperatures/leftovers, and assist with stocking and service.
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Channahon, Illinois, United States
$18/hr OnsiteMultiple Commitments Available
Channahon Park District
Channahon Park District: Illinois public park district providing parks, recreation programs, and facilities to local residents and visitors.
Prepare and present food following recipes and safety standards; maintain sanitation; assist prep, service, inventory, and event support in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
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Marengo, Illinois, United States
$15-$17/hr OnsiteFull Time, Part Time
Florence Nursing & Rehab
Florence Nursing & Rehab: Private nursing home providing short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing care to seniors in Northern Illinois.
0+ YOEPrepare and serve meals per planned menus and therapeutic diet requirements, follow infection control and portion control procedures, maintain kitchen cleanliness and food storage, and assist with tray assembly.
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Elmhurst, Illinois, United States
OnsitePart Time
Jaybird Senior Living
Jaybird Senior Living: Operates senior living communities.
2+ YOEHigh school diploma or GED and 2+ years of culinary or hospitality experience required. Must follow recipes, maintain food safety, organize tasks, solve problems, work collaboratively, and assist with supervision.
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Elmhurst, Illinois, United States
OnsitePart Time
Jaybird Senior Living
Jaybird Senior Living: Operates senior living communities.
2+ YOEHigh school diploma or GED required; culinary arts degree preferred. Requires 2+ years of culinary or hospitality experience, food safety knowledge, organizational skills, teamwork, and ability to assist with supervision.
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