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Pantry Chef at Aramark

Cicero, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Benefits

Disability Benefits

Executive Chef at Marriott

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Health insurance option

Health insurance option

Retirement plan options

Retirement plan options

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Sushi Chef - PR at Shakou Restaurants

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Event Staff - Work Private and Major sporting events - Hiring now! at Indeed Flex

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00

From $18.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Fast pay options

Fast pay options

Service Deli Cook TFM at Heritage Grocers Group

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental benefits

Supplemental benefits

401k plan

401k plan

Line Cook at Aba - Fulton Market

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
From $16.25 to $20.25

From $16.25 to $20.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Restaurant Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

401(k)

Cake Decorator - Full Time at Whole Foods

Deerfield, IL, USA|Onsite
From $17.50 to $30.20

From $17.50 to $30.20

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Store discount

Store discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Training and Development

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

employee discount

employee discount

Restaurant Staff at Potbelly - Oak Park

Oak Park, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.25

Exact $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Team-oriented environment

Team-oriented environment

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

supportive management

supportive management

Cake Decorator - Part Time at Whole Foods

Oak Park, IL, USA|Onsite
From $17.50 to $30.20

From $17.50 to $30.20

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Store discount

Store discount

financial wellness programs

financial wellness programs

Health and wellness support programs

Health and wellness support programs

Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $19.75

From $15.00 to $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Pantry Chef

Job Overview

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Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Paid Time Off
Parental leave
Disability Benefits

Job Description

Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities management, serving millions of people across 15 countries every day. The company is committed to delivering exceptional services that positively impact individuals, partners, communities, and the planet. Aramark's mission centers on creating great experiences through quality food offerings and outstanding customer service, all while upholding values of inclusion and sustainability. With a robust presence worldwide, Aramark fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment and emphasizes fair treatment for all employees, irrespective of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or sexual orientation.

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Job Requirements

  • a high school diploma or equivalent is recommended but not mandatory
  • previous experience in culinary tasks or related cooking role
  • knowledge of food safety regulations and sanitation practices
  • ability to follow standardized recipes and cooking methods
  • proficiency in using kitchen tools and appliances safely
  • effective communication and teamwork skills
  • basic math skills for measuring and portioning
  • willingness to adhere to health and safety protocols

Job Qualifications

  • former exposure to culinary tasks or a related cooking role
  • firm grasp of the fundamentals of cooking techniques and principles of food preparation
  • awareness of sanitation practices and food safety regulations
  • obtain the essential certification for food safety, if not already secured
  • elementary math and numerical counting proficiencies
  • effective communication skills and a proficient aptitude for collaboration
  • a high school diploma or a comparable qualification is recommended but not obligatory

Job Duties

  • follow standardized recipes and guidelines to cook and serve various meals
  • establish workstations by arranging essential ingredients and tools
  • get ingredients ready through chopping, trimming, measuring, mixing, and more
  • safely operate a range of kitchen tools and appliances, including knives, ovens, stovetops, and mixers, to prevent accidents or injuries
  • make meals by using methods such as baking, broiling, roasting, and steaming to cook various dishes
  • follow established norms to layout, decorate, and serve food to meet presentation requirements
  • observe all the necessary food safety protocols and ensure proper food storage
  • keep kitchen areas, implements, and utensils sanitized and free from pathogens
  • provide exceptional customer service while radiating a positive attitude
  • abide by the safety and sanitation policies enforced by Aramark
  • preserve the security of company holdings

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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Posted 4 days ago

Pantry Chef at Aramark

Cicero, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) retirement plan

401(k) retirement plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Parental leave

Parental leave

Disability Benefits

Disability Benefits

Posted 14 days ago

Executive Chef at Marriott

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

inclusive work environment

inclusive work environment

Career development opportunities

Career development opportunities

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Health insurance option

Health insurance option

Retirement plan options

Retirement plan options

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Posted 1 month ago

Sushi Chef - PR at Shakou Restaurants

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Posted 12 days ago

Event Staff - Work Private and Major sporting events - Hiring now! at Indeed Flex

Chicago, IL, USA|Onsite
From $18.00 to $20.00

From $18.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Temporary

Temporary

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

short-term disability

short-term disability

long-term disability

long-term disability

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Fast pay options

Fast pay options

Posted 14 days ago

Service Deli Cook TFM at Heritage Grocers Group

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Supplemental benefits

Supplemental benefits

401k plan

401k plan

Posted 16 days ago

Line Cook at Aba - Fulton Market

Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
From $16.25 to $20.25

From $16.25 to $20.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Restaurant Discounts

Restaurant Discounts

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation

Paid vacation

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Life insurance

Accident protection

Accident protection

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Domestic Partner Benefits

Domestic Partner Benefits

401(k)

401(k)

Posted 2 months ago

Cake Decorator - Full Time at Whole Foods

Deerfield, IL, USA|Onsite
From $17.50 to $30.20

From $17.50 to $30.20

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Store discount

Store discount

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Training and Development

Employee assistance program

Employee assistance program

employee discount

employee discount

Posted 8 days ago

Restaurant Staff at Potbelly - Oak Park

Oak Park, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $17.25

Exact $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Team-oriented environment

Team-oriented environment

opportunities for growth

opportunities for growth

supportive management

supportive management

Posted 16 days ago

Cake Decorator - Part Time at Whole Foods

Oak Park, IL, USA|Onsite
From $17.50 to $30.20

From $17.50 to $30.20

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Weekend Shifts

Weekend Shifts

Night Shifts

Night Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Store discount

Store discount

financial wellness programs

financial wellness programs

Health and wellness support programs

Health and wellness support programs

Posted 1 month ago

Line Cook at LongHorn Steakhouse

Des Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $19.75

From $15.00 to $19.75

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

10 Entry Level Chef Jobs in Skokie, IL - April 2026

Browse 10 entry level Chef jobs in Skokie, IL. Entry level roles in bars, restaurants, hotels, and venues. Many employers hire first time workers and provide on the job training.

Hiring Demand for Entry Level Chef Jobs in Skokie, IL

Employers in Skokie, IL are actively hiring entry level Chef staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Chef Openings

There have been 2 new jobs for Chef positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.

Entry Level Chef Salary in Skokie, IL

Entry level Chef pay in Skokie, IL typically ranges from $25,000 per year to $55,000 per year, with average earnings near $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $25,000 per year
  • Average wage: $35,000 per year or $16.83 per hour
  • Highest wage: $55,000 per year

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Why Entry Level Chef Jobs Are Common in Skokie, IL

Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Skokie, IL create steady demand for entry level Chef positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Chef Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Chef roles in Skokie, IL include:

    Chef Job Benefits and Perks in Skokie, IL

    Many entry level Chef jobs in Skokie, IL offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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