Top 2032 Cooking Jobs in Chicago, IL

Executive Chef
Ancho & Agave —Lombard, IL
- $70,000 - $85,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- 3 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 21 years or older
- Disability insurance
- Relocation assistance
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Private Early Childhood School Chef ~ Food and Nutrition Specialist
Fia Mia Academy —Elmhurst, IL
- $45,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Current TB test
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings —Chicago, IL
- $16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- English
- US work authorization
- 1 year
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
Chef
Pour Destino —Elmhurst, IL
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid time off
- 401(k) matching
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Waiter
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings —Chicago, IL
- $16.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- English
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
Cook
Clarendale Six Corners —Chicago, IL
- From $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- High school diploma or GED
- Marketing
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Prep Cook
Howard Brown Health —Chicago, IL
- $20.31 an hour
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel
- Commuter assistance
- AD&D insurance
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Cook - Full Time
Rush Specialty Hospital —Chicago, IL
- $18.05 - $22.00 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Hospital
- Inpatient
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
14d
Line Cook
Chicago Winery —Chicago, IL
- $24 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Entry level
- Kitchen
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Cook
Marriott International, Inc —Chicago, IL
- $28.26 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
8d
Experienced Line Cook
Neos Eclectic Mediterranean —Schaumburg, IL
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Sous Chef
Fabio Viviani Hospitality Group —Glenview, IL
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Cleaning
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8d
Line Cook
BIG SAMMY'S HOT DOGS —Elk Grove Village, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Spanish
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Fair chance
- Paid training
- Employee discount
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Cook
Plum Creek Supportive Living —Rolling Meadows, IL
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Sanitation
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Manager
Manny's Cafeteria & Delicatessen —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bar
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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7h
First Cook
SkyChefs —Des Plaines, IL
- $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Heavy lifting
- Local
- Pass drug screening
- Free parking
- Paid holidays
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Cooks - Hiring Now! #88
Miller's Ale House —Schaumburg, IL
- From $20 an hour
- Part-time
- In person
- 18 years or older
- Cooking
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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3d
Line Cook
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants —Schererville, IN
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Grill Cooks - Hiring Immediately! #46
Miller's Ale House —Lombard, IL
- From $21 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- In-person
- Food Handler Certification
- Health insurance
- Employee assistance program
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5d
Line Cook
City Works —Schaumburg, IL
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Employee assistance program
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Executive Chef

Ancho & Agave -
Lombard, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$70,000 - $85,000 a year

Benefits

Disability insurance
Relocation assistance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Opportunities for advancement
Life insurance

Qualifications

Vendor relationship building
Establishing vendor partnerships as a food service manager
Supplier relationship improvement
Food safety sanitizing procedures

Full Job Description

Ancho & Agave is seeking a motivated, creative, and reliable Executive Chef to help us create the ultimate dining experience for our guests. If you have a passion for the culinary arts and possess great leadership skills, we want YOU!

Qualified candidates will be driven to succeed, possess excellent multitasking, interpersonal and communication skills with the desire to develop people and culture while having a strong culinary background and a passion for food and the guest experience. This is a working Chef position.

Executive Chef responsibilities include but are not limited to creating exceptional culinary experiences for our guests, overseeing the daily operations of the restaurant’s kitchen, interviewing & hiring kitchen staff, supervising all kitchen staff, training and upholding standards for food preparation and plating, training and enforcing food safety & sanitation, training & enforcing workplace safety, scheduling and directing kitchen facility & equipment maintenance, creating work schedules, controlling operational costs, monitoring inventory, purchasing supplies and food from approved vendors, and appraising staff performance.

Executive Chef Skills & Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of experience as an Executive Chef in a full-service, high-volume restaurant.
Current Food Safety and Sanitation certification.
Advanced culinary skills including food preparation and cooking best practices.
Strong knowledge of restaurant industry operations, safety, and sanitation standards.
Must be able to communicate clearly and effectively (verbal and written).
Ability to lead a diverse team with varying degrees of experience.
Strong leadership and coaching skills with ability to motivate employees and obtain positive results.
Excellent time management, organizational, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to create and maintain vendor relationships for effective partnerships.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple tasks simultaneously to deliver on-time results.
Must be able to travel away from home for 35-45 days to participate in management training.
Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Must be able to work a variety of morning, afternoon, evening & late-night work shifts, to match operational needs.
Ability to work 45-55 hour work weeks. Work week hours will vary based on operational needs.
Must have exceptional hygiene and grooming habits.
Must have reliable transportation to and from work.
High level of stamina to work on feet for extended periods.
Must be able to stand, sit, push, pull, reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 50 lbs.
Must be 21 years or age or older

Executive Chef Employment Benefits:

Competitive Salary ($70,000 - $85,000 annually, based on experience)
Performance-based Bonus Program (Up to $12,500 in years 1-3)
Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability and Life Insurance
Paid Vacation upon hire
401(k) with company match
Career advancement opportunities
Allowance for off-duty dining
Relocation assistance

Ancho & Agave was born out of a flavor-obsessed craving for fresh, delicious Mexican food with a side of fun. We're more than just tacos, amigos and tequila... we're the champions of bringing together quality ingredients, refreshing beverages and good times for a crave-worthy experience in a casual setting.

Ancho & Agave is committed to providing equal employment opportunity for all persons regardless of age, race, creed, color, national origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military or veteran's status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local law.

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