Entry Level Cook Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

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Kitchen Cook

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Aramark
Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health 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 assistance

Disability assistance

Cook

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US Navy
Des Moines, IA, USA|Travel, Onsite
Range $15.50 - $19.25

Range $15.50 - $19.25

Full-time

Full-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Education Assistance

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Life insurance

Special pay opportunities

Special pay opportunities

Prep Cook (Line Cook) (m/w/d) - Immediate Opening

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Dave & Busters
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Career growth opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Fun and energetic work environment

Fun and energetic work environment

Paid training

Paid training

team-oriented culture

team-oriented culture

Meal Allowances

Meal Allowances

Pizza Cook

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Pizza Ranch
Des Moines, IA, USA|Onsite
Range $14.00 - $18.00

Range $14.00 - $18.00

Full-time

Full-time

Flexible

Flexible

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Mutual Funds

Mutual Funds

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

Merit Raises

Merit Raises

employee discount

employee discount

Optional life insurance

Optional life insurance

Disability insurance

Disability insurance

Culinary Specialist

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Aramark
Berwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-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 assistance

Disability assistance

5 Entry Level Cook Jobs in Des Plaines, IL - September 2026

Browse 5 entry level Cook jobs in Des Plaines, 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 Cook Jobs in Des Plaines, IL

Employers in Des Plaines, IL are actively hiring entry level Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.

Recent Entry Level Cook Openings

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

Entry Level Cook Salary in Des Plaines, IL

Entry level Cook pay in Des Plaines, 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

How To Apply for Entry Level job

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Why Entry Level Cook Jobs Are Common in Des Plaines, IL

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

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Cook Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Cook roles in Des Plaines, IL include:

    Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Des Plaines, IL

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

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