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Prep Cook / Line Cook
at NANDO'SChicago, IL, USA|
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive base wage
Tips
free meal
Telehealth medical benefits
Telehealth mental health benefits
Paid Time Off
sick leave
401k plan
Opportunities for advancement
Line Cook 1 / Line Cook 2
at Seacoast AdventureDes Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Employee Discounts
bonus program
Paid food service management training
Health insurance program
Slice Factory Line Cook
at Slice Factory - BerwynBerwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $18.00
Full-time
Part-time
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive wages
bonus program
Schedule flexibility
Health Insurance
growth opportunities
Franchise opportunities
Line Cook
at Olive GardenBurbank, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $19.75
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
flexible schedules
Free Employee Meal
weekly pay
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Paid Family and Medical Leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
ongoing training
Employee Discounts
401(k) savings plan
Management career advancement opportunities
Line cook
at Kasian RestaurantOak Park, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $18.00 - $21.00
Part-time
Hourly
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive hourly pay
Consistent hours
Staff meals
Opportunity to grow
Professional kitchen environment
Team-driven atmosphere
Respected restaurant group
Cashier/ Line Cook
at The Wendy's CompanySkokie, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Highly competitive pay
insurance
401k
flexible schedules
Career advancement opportunities
Product discounts
Cashier/ Line Cook
at The Wendy's CompanyDes Plaines, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Highly competitive pay
insurance
401k
Plenty of hours
flexible schedules
Career advancement opportunities
Product discounts
Cashier/ Line Cook
at The Wendy's CompanySchiller Park, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
insurance
401k
flexible schedules
Career advancement opportunities
Product discounts
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Cook
at Raising Cane'sChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $15.50
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life insurance
short term disability
hospital indemnity
legal insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Plan
Education Assistance
Gym membership program
Employee Discount Program
Retirement planning assistance
Crew member assistance program
Pet insurance
Cook I
at SodexoChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $19.05
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k plan
Employee Discount Programs
safety shoes
shift meals
Public transportation support
parking
Grill Cook (Front or Back Grill)
at NANDO'SChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive base wage
FREE meal while on shift
Free telehealth medical benefits
Free telehealth mental benefits
Earn PTO
Sick and Safe Leave
401k plan
Opportunities for advancement
production savory cook I - Starbucks Reserve Kitchen
at StarbucksChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $17.25 - $21.91
Full-time
Part-time
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
basic life insurance
supplemental life insurance
short-term disability
long-term disability
Paid parental leave
family expansion reimbursement
Paid vacation
Sick Time
Holiday pay
401K retirement plan with employer match
company stock program
Equity program
emergency savings incentives
Tuition coverage
student loan management resources
backup care
DACA reimbursement
Cook - Buffalo Wild Wings - Willowbrook, IL
at Buffalo Wild WingsWillowbrook, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Potential health insurance
401(k)
Career advancement opportunities
flexible schedules
Grill - West Loop Location
at The Original Pancake HouseChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Employee meal discounts
flexible schedule
Paid Time Off
401k
Opportunity for growth
Line and Prep Cook - PR
at Shakou RestaurantsBerwyn, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Rotating Shifts
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid Time Off
employee discount
Meal allowance
flexible schedule
Production/Cook
at Pizza HutChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Part-time
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
financial rewards
flexible schedule
Training and Development
recognition programs
Team-oriented environment
Employee Discounts
Career advancement opportunities
Cook FF - Grill
at HMSHostChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $19.00 - $26.20
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Flexible
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Holiday pay
meal benefits
transportation benefits
401(k) retirement plan
Company paid life insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee assistance program
training and career growth opportunities
Referral program
Cold Station Cook
at The Capital GrilleChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $16.60 - $22.50
Full-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
competitive pay
weekly paycheck
Anniversary pay
Paid sick leave
Medical Coverage
dental coverage
vision coverage
multiple insurance options
flexible spending accounts
Dining Discounts
matching 401(k) plan
Prep Cook
at Whole FoodsChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $14.00 - $17.75
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Store discount
Paid Time Off
training programs
flexible schedule
Employee assistance program
Cook I
at SodexoChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $20.30
Part-time
Rotating Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Flexible and supportive work environment
ongoing training and development
Paid Time Off
Holidays
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
401k Retirement Plan
Employee Discount Program
Free shift meals (at some locations)
Uniforms (at some locations)
Safety shoes (at some locations)
public transportation support (at some locations)
Service Deli Cook
at Tony's Finer Foods Enterprises, LLCChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $20.00
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Supplemental benefits
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Competitive wages
Entry level Cook - Sixes & Eights
at HyattChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $27.33
Full-time
Hourly
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Night Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Health Insurance
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
discounted hotel rooms
free hotel rooms
Career development opportunities
supportive work environment
Service Deli Cook TFM
at Tony's Finer Foods Enterprises, LLCChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $20.03
Full-time
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Day Shifts
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Supplemental benefits
401k plan with safe harbor match
competitive pay
Paid Time Off
Service Deli Cook TFM
at Tony's Finer Foods Enterprises, LLCChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Range $15.00 - $20.03
Part-time
Hourly
Standard Hours
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan
Paid Time Off
Supplemental benefits
Employee Discounts
Grill Cook (Front or Back Grill)
at NANDO'SChicago, IL, USA|Onsite
Full-time
Part-time
Entry Level (1-2 years)
Competitive base wage
Tips
free meal
Telehealth medical benefits
mental health benefits
Paid Time Off
Sick and Safe Leave
401k plan
Opportunities for advancement
69 Entry Level Line Cook Jobs in Chicago, IL - July 2026
Browse 69 entry level Line Cook jobs in Chicago, 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 Line Cook Jobs in Chicago, IL
Employers in Chicago, IL are actively hiring entry level Line Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Line Cook Openings
There have been 2 new jobs for Line Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.
Entry Level Line Cook Salary in Chicago, IL
Entry level Line Cook pay in Chicago, IL typically ranges from $32,200 per year to $45,600 per year, with average earnings near $36,700 per year or $17.7 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.
- Lowest wage: $32,200 per year
- Average wage: $36,700 per year or $17.7 per hour
- Highest wage: $45,600 per year
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Why Entry Level Line Cook Jobs Are Common in Chicago, IL
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Chicago, IL create steady demand for entry level Line Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.
Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Line Cook Roles
Frequent employers hiring entry level Line Cook roles in Chicago, IL include:
- Starbucks
- Sodexo
- Raising Cane's
Line Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Chicago, IL
Many entry level Line Cook jobs in Chicago, IL offer family expansion reimbursement, Gym membership program, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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