Top 339 Prep cook Jobs in Waukegan, Il

Prep Cook
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants —Pleasant Prairie, WI
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- Casual dining restaurant
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook / Prep Cook
FLIP 5444, INC. DBA IHOP #5444 —Waukegan, IL
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- English
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Food Prep
Dunkin - Baskin Robbins —Waukegan, IL
- Part-time
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
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Prep Cook
Landry's Inc. —Gurnee, IL
- $16 - $20 an hour
- Cooking
- 1 year
- Café
- Health insurance
- Employee discount
Food Prep
Dunkin —Waukegan, IL
- Part-time
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
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Restaurant Cook/Prep-Test Kitchen BBQ - Full Time
Test Kitchen BBQ —Waukegan, IL
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Fair chance
- In-person
- 401(k)
- Employee discount
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Prep Cook
Yard House —Vernon Hills, IL
- $15 - $25 an hour
- Cooking
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Health insurance
- Flexible schedule
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Townee Square Restaurant —Libertyville, IL
- $17 - $22 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- Casual dining restaurant
- In-person
- 1 year
- Employee discount
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Dishwasher/Food Prep
The Barn Steakhouse Highland Park —Highland Park, IL
- $19 - $24 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Ability to stand for extended periods
- Restaurant
- Paid time off
- Employee discount
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Prep Cook [Full Time or Part Time]
Tangled Roots Brewing Co. —Vernon Hills, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- US work authorization
- Leadership
- Restaurant
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Cook - 1st Shift (Asia Azteca)
American Place Casino - Waukegan, Illinois —Waukegan, IL
- $19 - $30 an hour
- Bilingual
- Hospitality
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Kitchen
Lou Malnati's Pizzeria —Gurnee, IL
- $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Flexible schedule
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Prep Cook
El Camino Kitchen —Pleasant Prairie, WI
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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11d
Kitchen Associate
Mars Cheese Castle —Kenosha, WI
- $16 an hour
- 8 hour shift
- 18 years or older
- Basic math
- No experience needed
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
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Prep Cook
Buck Russell's/Pizza by Sal —Wilmette, IL
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Culinary experience
- No background check
- Food service experience
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Cook I
QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC —Libertyville, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Line Cooks/Pizzamakers/Pantry
Moretti's Ristorante & Pizzeria —Barrington, IL
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- In-person
- Entry level
- Employee discount
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Cook I
QUEST FOOD MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC —Highland Park, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Entry level
- Kitchen
- Commuter assistance
- Paid holidays
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Culinary Lead
sweetgreen —Northbrook, IL
- $17.66 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Pantry Cook
California Pizza Kitchen —Deer Park, IL
- Part-time
- Restaurant
- Teaching
- Entry level
- Opportunities for advancement

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Prep Cook

Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants -
Pleasant Prairie, WI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

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

Qualifications

Food portioning

Full Job Description

At Cooper’s Hawk, our Prep Cooks bring heart to every recipe and precision to every task. By preparing fresh, high-quality ingredients, they set the tone for a great dining experience. Every slice, portion, and plate supports Uncompromising Hospitality, helping the kitchen run smoothly and ensuring every guest enjoys consistent and memorable food.

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

How You Will Succeed

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

Prepare fresh ingredients and follow recipes with accuracy
Set up and organize your station to stay efficient through every shift

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

Maintain high quality standards in prep and execution
Keep your work area clean, stocked, and safe while handling ingredients with care

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

Communicate with teammates and managers to ensure a smooth kitchen flow
Perform these kitchen functions:
Wash, peel, slice, and mix vegetables, fruits, and other ingredients for salads, cold plates, and garnishes.
Prepare hot and cold sauces
Carve and slice meats and cheeses
Portion food for service
Follow daily systems and procedures to stay organized and on track

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

Take pride in your prep work because every detail matters
Support the kitchen team by creating the foundation for every great dish

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

Go beyond the basics by keeping kitchen equipment in excellent condition
Keep an eye out for ways to make the kitchen cleaner, faster, and better

What You Will Bring

At least 18 years of age
Previous prep or line cook experience preferred
Basic knife skills and knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation
Comfort following recipes and portioning food
A team focused attitude and ability to stay organized in a fast paced environment
Ability to stand for long periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Availability to work flexible schedules including weekends and 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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