Top 268 Cook entry level Jobs in Chicago Il

Line Cook
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants —Arlington Heights, IL
- $18 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 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
Line Cook/Pizza Maker
Ike & Oak Brewing Co. —Woodridge, IL
- $15 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Bar
- Casual dining restaurant
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
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Private Country Club - Full Time Line Cook - Country Club Experienced Candidates
North Shore Country Club —Glenview, IL
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Culinary experience
- Cooking
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Line Cook, Part Time (Weekend Coverage)
Covenant Living Communities and Services —Northbrook, IL
- $17.52 - $24.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- English
- High school diploma or GED
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Cook
Hyatt Centric Chicago Magnificent Mile —Chicago, IL
- Up to $27.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Hotel
9d
Banquet Cook - Entry Level
Park Hyatt Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $27.33 an hour
- Overtime
- Hotel
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Line Cook - Gilt Bar
Gilt Bar —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Line Cook
Northern Trust Corp. —Chicago, IL
- $48,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- US work authorization
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
18h
FT Prep Cook
Hotel Lincoln —Chicago, IL
- $22 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Hotel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Cook
Lifespace Communities —Downers Grove, IL
- $18.68 - $25.63 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Food Handler Certification
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
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Hotel Line Cook
Millennium Hotels and Resorts —Chicago, IL
- $27 - $28 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Hospitality
- Hotel
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook I
Sodexo —Chicago, IL
- $19.65 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- University
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Line Cook - Armitage Alehouse
Armitage Alehouse —Chicago, IL
- $20 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Bakery Cook 2 | Part-Time | McCormick Place Convention Center
Oak View Group —Chicago, IL
- $27.47 - $29.47 an hour
- Part-time
- Basic math
- High school diploma or GED
- Bakery
Line Cook AM
Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook —Oak Brook, IL
- $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Hospitality
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
5d
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
12d
Line Cook
Dimmi Dimmi —Chicago, IL
- $22 - $24 an hour
- Hospitality
- 18 years or older
- Computer literacy
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Broiler Cook
Mastro's Steakhouse —Chicago, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Guest services
- 1 year
- Entry level
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
Line Cook - Bavette's Bar & Boeuf
Bavette's Bar & Boeuf —Chicago, IL
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 1 year
- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
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Line Cook

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants -
Arlington Heights, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$18 - $23 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible schedule
Referral program

Qualifications

Upscale casual experience
Kitchen knives
English

Full Job Description

At Cooper’s Hawk, our Line Cooks do more than follow recipes. They craft unforgettable experiences, one plate at a time. With precision, urgency, and pride, you will help turn our high standards into something truly special for every guest. This is where culinary skill meets connection, and where every dish has the potential to create a lasting memory.

Compensation Range: $18.00-23.00/hour
Pay offered is determined by skills, qualifications and experience.

What You Will Get

50 percent Dining and Carryout Discount; 40 percent Retail Wine Discount; 20 percent Discount on Retail and Private Events
Monthly Wine Tastings for Two
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Telehealth
401k with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Flexible Schedules
Early Pay Access
Wellness and Mental Health Support
Wine and Culinary Education
Career Growth Flight Plan
Team Member Rewards, Milestone Recognition, and Referral Bonuses

What You Will Do

Show Up Ready: Come prepared, stay sharp, and start strong.

Set up your station for success and keep it running smoothly through every shift
Follow recipes, control portions, and nail presentation every time
Properly use the KDS system to manage cook times, while preparing and multitasking several dishes at a time.

Own What You See: Take responsibility, jump in, and do what needs to be done.

Keep your area clean, stocked, and safe
Stay sharp and step in where needed to support the kitchen

Stay in Sync: Communicate often, move with your team, and keep service flowing.

Communicate clearly with teammates and managers
Work as one team to time dishes and keep the line flowing

Make It Personal: Be genuine, listen well, and tailor the experience.

Take pride in every plate because it reflects your craft
Cook with care, even if you never meet the guest

Add a Touch: Go beyond the expected to create memorable moments.

Handle the little things that make a big impact, from clean equipment to an organized walk in

What You Will Bring

At least 18 years of age
Six months or more of line cook experience in upscale casual restaurants or similar
Strong knife skills and basic cooking knowledge
Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work in a fast-paced kitchen
Team first attitude and passion for high quality food
Able to stand and move for long periods, lift 50 pounds, and work weekends or holidays
Ability to read, understand and communicate in English

Cooper’s Hawk reviews several factors when establishing compensation. Salaries and hourly wages appearing in a job posting may be published by third parties and may not reflect the salaries or hourly wages offered by Cooper’s Hawk.

Cooper’s Hawk is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to the person’s race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Cooper’s Hawk makes reasonable accommodations during all aspects of the employment process, including during the interview process.

The information provided above indicates the general nature and level of work required of the position and is not a comprehensive list of all responsibilities or qualifications. The Benefits list is only a highlight of some of the benefits offered to team members; eligibility for certain benefits apply.

About Us

Cooper's Hawk features a Napa-style tasting room with wine-inspired retail for entertaining and a full-service restaurant, bar and private event space, offering a modern-yet-casual dining experience. Each scratch-kitchen menu item is designed to pair with our wines. Speaking of wine...the Cooper's Hawk Wine Club is perhaps the largest in the world, offering not only top-notch award-winning wines but also exclusive Wine Club membership benefits, including curated dining and travel experiences. Since 2005, we've brought the Napa Valley experience to our guests and Wine Club members, and now, with Piccolo Buco by Cooper’s Hawk, we’re bringing the vibrant flavors of Rome to them as well. Together, we’re creating a lifestyle brand like no other.

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