Prep Chef Jobs in Wilmette, IL

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Grill & Prep Cook

Looking to add a Grill Cook and Prep Cook to our team who is enthusiastic, responsible, and reliable....

Prep Cook - Ruscello - Oakbrook Center

  • Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

items consistently and adhere to all recipe standards Maintain a safe working environment by using proper food handling skills and food safety guidelines Complete kitchen tasks such as line setup, food...

Butcher - Full Time

  • Evergreen Park, IL (24 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (24 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 5 0 pounds....

Prep Cook

  • Hoffman Estates, IL (22 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Hoffman Estates, IL (22 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations....

Cook 2, Prep Cook, DraftKings Sportsbook - Wrigley Field

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 15 hours ago

Levy Sector Position: Cook 2, Prep Cook Department: DraftKings Sportsbook Reports To: Executive Sous Chef Pay Rate: $20.83/hr We Make Applying Easy! Want to apply to this job via text messaging?...

Grocery Butcher

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds....

Prep Cook

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago

PREP COOK Req. Number: 117 Posted Date: 4/16/2025 Address: 406 E. Golf Road Schaumburg, IL Zip Code: 60173-4441 $15 per hour - $17 per hour Our Prep Cooks put their heart into ensuring that the...

Prep Cook

  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (18 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary:To produce and maintain the quality of menu items assigned to your station according to the company's menu recipes and specifications. To ensure the company's, safety, sanitation and...

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details This is a keyholder position. Frostbite is a serious condition caused by prolonged exposure to freezing temperatures, leading to tissue damage. It...

Prep Cook - Downers Grove Chili's

  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (24 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Team Member - Meat Cutter

  • Evergreen Park, IL (24 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Evergreen Park, IL (24 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Successfully completed WFM Butcher Apprentice Program, or an equivalent training program.* * UK Exceptions may apply Physical Requirements/Working Conditions Must be able to lift 50 pounds....

Prep Cook (Full Time)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Completes orders from steam tables and grill and serves customers at multiple stations....

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago

skills and a good understanding of food safety Dependable, punctual, and able to manage time well Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment Early riser who takes pride in setting...

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Required Years of Experience 1 year Job Details Come and work with a company that cares about the team! We appreciate our employees by offering higher than average pay and daytime hours. We place...

Prep Cook

  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (12 miles from Wilmette, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Good knife skills. Must be positive, collaborative, and committed to healthy communication and quality work....

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Salary for Prep Chef Jobs in Wilmette, IL

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Prep Chefs in Wilmette, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.4%
Associate's Degree
24.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
17.5%
Bachelor's Degree
16.9%
Some College
3.2%
Master's Degree
2.3%
Some High School
1.8%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Prep Chefs in Wilmette, IL
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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