Top 17 Chef cook Jobs in Rockford, Il

Food Service Director
Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place —Rockford, IL
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
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Cook
Old Chicago Pizza and Taproom —Rockford, IL
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Casual dining restaurant
- Entry level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook II - Staff Cafeteria
Hard Rock Casino Rockford —Rockford, IL
- $16 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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COOK(FULL TIME)
Morrison Healthcare —Rockford, IL
- $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- Commuter assistance
- Disability insurance
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Cook - Production Kitchen - $20/Hour
Hard Rock Casino Rockford —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook II - Hard Rock Cafe
170 815 Entertainment, LLC —Rockford, IL
- $16 - $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook - Food Hall (Part Time) - $20/Hour
Hard Rock Casino Rockford —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook - Fine Dining (Full Time) - $20/Hour
Hard Rock Casino Rockford —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook - Fine Dining (Part Time) - $20/Hour
170 815 Entertainment, LLC —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook - Hard Rock Cafe
170 815 Entertainment, LLC —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Cook - Team Member Dining (Part Time) - $20/Hour
170 815 Entertainment, LLC —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
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Line Cook - Henry Dorrbaker's
Henry Dorrbaker LLC —Beloit, WI
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Line Cook - truk't
truk't —Beloit, WI
- $16 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Basic math
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Lead Line Cook - Henry Dorrbaker's
Henry Dorrbaker LLC —Beloit, WI
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Cook - Asian Cuisine - $20/Hour
170 815 Entertainment, LLC —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Customer service
- Mid-level
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Food Service Director

Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place -
Rockford, IL

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Job Details

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Assisting with meal planning
Food service health code compliance
Recipe development
Food service workstation cleanliness
Budget control
Writing skills
Menu concept development
Mid-level
Team development
Supervising experience
Institutional kitchen experience
Kitchen cost control
Continuous improvement
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Commercial kitchen cleaning
Hospitality industry experience
Kitchen staff training
Mentoring
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Food ordering
Restaurant cost management
Training
Meal planning
Leadership

Full Job Description

Are you a culinary leader with a love for great food and a talent for guiding others? We’re looking for a Food Services Director to join our kitchen team and bring both excellence and heart to every dish served. In this hands-on role, you’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, support menu execution, and mentor our culinary team, all while creating memorable dining experiences for our residents and guests.

What You'll Do:

Supervise day-to-day back-of-house operations to ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards
Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to consistently deliver high-quality meals
Assist with menu planning, food prep, and special events
Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost control in alignment with budget goals
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment that meets all health codes
Collaborate with front-of-house and leadership teams to ensure a seamless dining experience
Support innovation in recipes, presentation, and resident satisfaction

What We’re Looking For:

2–4 years of culinary experience in a supervisory or lead cook role (senior living, healthcare, hospitality a plus)
Experience and/or knowledge of meal preparation for large groups.
Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Strong leadership and communication skills with a team-first mindset
Passion for food, service, and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?
At Trustwell, we believe in creating a work environment that fosters growth and satisfaction. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. By joining our team, you’ll become part of a community that values care and compassion toward its senior residents. We strive to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates differences and empowers all individuals with opportunities to channel their entrepreneurial spirit. Trustwell is an EEO employer.

Related titles: Food Services Director, Kitchen Manager, Lead Cook, Chef Supervisor

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Food Service Director

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Cook II - Staff Cafeteria

COOK(FULL TIME)

Cook - Production Kitchen - $20/Hour

Cook II - Hard Rock Cafe

Cook - Food Hall (Part Time) - $20/Hour

Cook - Fine Dining (Full Time) - $20/Hour

Cook - Fine Dining (Part Time) - $20/Hour

Cook - Hard Rock Cafe

Cook - Team Member Dining (Part Time) - $20/Hour

Line Cook - Henry Dorrbaker's

Line Cook - truk't

Lead Line Cook - Henry Dorrbaker's

Cook - Asian Cuisine - $20/Hour

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