Top 1420 Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria Jobs in Chicago, IL

Cook
Mather Place —Wilmette, IL
- $20.00 - $22.25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Sanitation
- English
- Residential
- Paid training
- Paid parental leave
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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
Saute & Grill Cook
Flavor Brunch —Hazel Crest, IL
- 8 hour shift
- Travel
- In-person
- Restaurant
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Cook
DO & CO —Des Plaines, IL
- $20.85 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Cook I
QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC —Wilmette, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Food Prep/Line Cook
Foodville, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $26 an hour
- Temporary
- Culinary experience
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Paid training
- Opportunities for advancement
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AM Prep Cook
The Ives —Chicago, IL
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook
Sushi-San- River North —Chicago, IL
- $17.05 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook
Marriott International, Inc —Chicago, IL
- $24.25 - $28.05 an hour
- Full-time
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
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Prep Cook
Avli restaurant —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Organizational skills
- Restaurant
- Entry level
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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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Food Production Cook
Advocate Aurora Health —Chicago, IL
- $19.80 - $29.70 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospital
- English
- High school diploma or GED
Kitchen Team Member
Chick-fil-A | Millennium Park —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 - $17.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Guest services
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Line Cooks
THE DUPLEX —Chicago, IL
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- Cooking
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
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Prep Cook
Boqueria —Chicago, IL
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook
Whale Chicago LLC —Chicago, IL
- $22 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Cook
Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile —Chicago, IL
- Up to $27.50 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Hotel
Prep Cook
Levy Sector —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Restaurant
- Entry level
- Wellness program
- Paid time off
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Beatrix - Fulton Market —Chicago, IL
- $17.05 - $25.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook - AM
Current Restaurant —Chicago, IL
- $25 an hour
- Full-time
- Military
- Hotel
- In-person
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Cook

Mather Place -
Wilmette, IL

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Job Details

$20.00 - $22.25 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Paid parental leave
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Adoption assistance
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Gym membership
Life insurance

Qualifications

Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Sanitation
Working with seniors
Food preparation equipment operation

Full Job Description

Join a multiple‑award‑winning workplace as a skilled and adaptable Cook in a fast‑paced, from‑scratch kitchen environment where creativity, quality, and teamwork come together. Our culinary team prepares fresh, high‑quality meals daily for multiple restaurants within our luxury senior living residence—and no two days (or menus) are ever the same.

In this role, you'll work in an ever‑evolving kitchen where menus and recipes change regularly, offering the opportunity to grow your skills, stay inspired, and be part of an innovative culinary culture. You'll help create memorable dining experiences for residents by preparing food with care, consistency, and attention to detail—while upholding the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality.

We offer competitive hourly pay, full benefits, on‑the‑job perks, and paid skills‑training opportunities, all within a supportive, people‑first workplace.

Part‑time shifts available. No late nights, Weeknight, Weekend and holiday availability is required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Required:

Knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques.
Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel or senior living company preferred
Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, residents, and guests and to follow standardized recipes.
Able to operate kitchen equipment and tools found within the hospitality/health care industry.
Current sanitation certification
Effective written communication skills, and the ability to read and interpret instructions.
Reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance, to provide timely service to internal and external customers and to support uninterrupted business operations.
Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults and enjoy working with a senior population.
Ability to work productively in a team environment

Preferred:

Formal culinary training.
Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel, or senior living company preferred.
Basic knowledge of therapeutic diets, recipe ingredients, adherence to heart healthy guidelines and other dietary restrictions.
Shifts vary, flexible in scheduling is preferred.
English Language proficiency.

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Benefits

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an "earn-as-you-go" plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Paid Parental Leave
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Extended illness benefits
Employee wellness programs
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About Mather Place

Mather Place is an independent living rental community for those 62 and better, located in the heart of Chicago's North Shore in Wilmette, Illinois—a short walk from Old Orchard shopping center. Mather Place includes 179 independent living apartment homes, as well as two restaurants, a fitness center, an art studio, a library, and more.

Mather Place is located at 2801 Old Glenview Road in Wilmette.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age WellSM, we create programs, places, and residences for today's young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work®, and has been selected as a Nation's Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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