Line Cook Jobs in Illinois

A Line Cook, or Station Chef, is an integral part of the culinary team in a commercial kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing food items, following recipes, and cooking meals in their designated section. The position demands efficiency, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail as they need to deliver high-quality food within a fast-paced environment. Line Cooks also maintain clean work areas, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

Before becoming a Line Cook, a person might start their culinary career as a Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, or Prep Cook. Important skills for a Line Cook include cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods. A certification in food handling or a degree from a culinary school is often required. Some also pursue additional certifications such as the ServSafe Food Handler certificate and Certified Culinarian (CC) certification from the American Culinary Federation to enhance their credentials and improve job prospects.

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Reel Sizzle Cook, PT

  • Orland Park, IL
  • moments ago
  • Orland Park, IL
  • moments ago

Food. Service. Film. Fun! Marcus Theatres: Where Talented People Find Limitless Opportunities! Join the Marcus Theatres Culinary Team and learn how we have redefined food at the movies! As a cook...

Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago

Compensation Details Compensation: Hourly ($20.00) Benefits & Perks: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, 401k, Dining Discounts Required Skills Advanced Knife Skills Ability to Follow...

Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • moments ago

Day Off Group is now hiring Line Cooks for Il Caricofolocated in Chicagos West Loop neighborhood....

Cook

  • Pittsfield, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Pittsfield, IL
  • 6 hours ago

COOK FOOD & NUTRITION Per Diem Varies VARIES PAY RATE: $16.24- $21.92 BASED ON RELEVANT EXPERIENCE + $2.00 SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL IF APPLICABLE COMPETITIVE BENEFITS to review our complete Total...

Cook (Full-Time Role)

  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lake Forest, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Requirement : Previous salad bar experience, prep cook experience, and grill cook experience are preferred but not required. Perks: Free food and parking. 50% off Bears gear!....

Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Midtown is looking for a talented Line Cook to enhance our stellar restaurant experience. Pay Rate: $21.00 / hour What Youll Do Our Line Cooks are the artists and heart of our restaurants....

Cook (1443)

  • Peoria, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 9 hours ago

This position starts is Mon-Friday, 5.75 hours a day. FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Reports to: Director of Food Services Position Objective The Head Cook, under general direction of the Director of...

Cook (Part-Time)

  • Belleville, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Belleville, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods....

Food Service Worker

  • IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • IL
  • 9 hours ago

Total Rewards "Your life - our Mission" OSF HealthCare is dedicated to provide Mission Partners with a comprehensive and market-competitive total rewards package that includes benefits,...

Line Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Your Background: Great technique: strong knife skills and a range of cooking methods set you apart Attention to detail: you know your weights, measurements and volumes Cleanliness and organization:...

Cook

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Cook # Dietary Department Rotating Shift, Full Time Saint Anthony Hospital is a diverse and community-centric organization your career can thrive in, while addressing the health and wellness...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL
  • 14 hours ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Part Time Cook (nights)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Looking for a reliable part time cook. We are a breakfast focused catering company. Duties include food prep, cooking and baking, packing orders, etc. Restaurant experience required. Tentative...

Line Cook

  • Champaign, IL
  • 15 hours ago
  • Champaign, IL
  • 15 hours ago

The Job: As a SONIC Drive-In Crew Member which may include Frozen, Fountain, Expo, or Switchboard your primary responsibility is to provide every guest with a SuperSONIC experience by: Creating...

Cook

  • Winnebago, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Winnebago, IL
  • 21 hours ago

Cook Career Opportunity- PRN Recognized for your culinary skills Are you passionate about creating culinary delights that leave a lasting impression? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for a...

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Illinois

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireChefs research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Line Cook positions.



Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Illinois offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.2%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.6%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Illinois
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%



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