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Wildfire is a well-established restaurant that transports guests to the lively spirit of a 1940s supper club. Known for its vintage ambiance, which is accentuated by classic black-and-white photos, jazz music,...
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Posted about 2 months ago
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From $15.00 to $29.00
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Beatrix is a beloved neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant, and community gathering spot that emphasizes comfort food dishes, vegetarian options, and healthy-meets-delicious specials. Located in a thriving...
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Posted 24 days ago
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From $15.00 to $18.50
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Olive Garden is a renowned Italian dining restaurant chain known for its warm hospitality, authentic recipes, and commitment to creating memorable dining experiences for every guest. As part of a larger family...
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Posted 2 months ago
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From $15.00 to $21.00
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This job opportunity is with a vibrant and dynamic restaurant that specializes in providing a unique dining experience focused on celebrating living well through fresh and flavorful meals. The establishment...
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Posted 21 days ago
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Posted 21 days ago
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Nando's is a globally renowned restaurant chain famous for its flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken and vibrant dining experience. Founded in South Africa and expanded worldwide, Nando's has established a strong...
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Nando's is a vibrant and well-established restaurant chain known for its Portuguese-African inspired flame-grilled PERi-PERi chicken. With a rapidly growing presence in North America, Nando's combines a unique...
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Posted 3 days ago
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Health Insurance
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Shakou is a renowned restaurant known for delivering exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food and excellent customer service. As a staple in the culinary community, Shakou prides itself on...
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Posted 24 days ago
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Posted 24 days ago
From $10.75 to $14.25
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and...
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Posted 29 days ago
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Posted 29 days ago
Part-time
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competitive pay
50% meal discount
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and...
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Posted 2 months ago
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a recognized leader in family dining and entertainment with iconic brands like Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade. With nearly 600...
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Posted 27 days ago
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Posted 27 days ago
From $15.00 to $18.00
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Blackberry Market is a vibrant fast-casual cafe and bakery located in the Chicago suburbs, renowned for its dedication to crafting daily handmade meals, dinners to-go, premium coffee drinks, exquisite baked...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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Posted about 1 month ago
From $16.60 to $17.60
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, best known for operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's...
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Posted 19 days ago
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade...
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Posted 28 days ago
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Posted 28 days ago
From $16.60 to $17.60
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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. Headquartered in Irving,...
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Posted 28 days ago
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Posted 28 days ago
From $16.60 to $17.60
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic brands Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's...
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Posted 30 days ago
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From $16.60 to $17.60
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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, best known for operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's Arcade brands. Headquartered in...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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From $15.00 to $15.00
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This job opportunity is offered by Verstela, a dedicated staffing and workforce solutions company that partners with businesses across various industries to provide exceptional temp-to-hire and direct hire...
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Posted about 23 hours ago
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Posted about 23 hours ago
From $15.00 to $16.00
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CEC Entertainment, LLC is a distinguished leader in the family dining and entertainment industry, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company operates well-known brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...
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Posted 28 days ago
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Posted 28 days ago
From $16.60 to $17.60
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CEC Entertainment, LLC (CEC) is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, headquartered in Irving, Texas. The company proudly operates some of America's most iconic and loved family...
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Posted 29 days ago
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From $15.00 to $16.50
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment. The company proudly operates iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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From $15.00 to $16.00
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CEC Entertainment, LLC, headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating iconic brands such as Chuck E. Cheese and Peter Piper Pizza....
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Posted about 2 months ago
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Posted about 2 months ago
From $15.00 to $16.50
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CEC Entertainment, LLC (CEC), headquartered in Irving, Texas, is a nationally recognized leader in family dining and entertainment, proudly operating the iconic Chuck E. Cheese, Peter Piper Pizza, and Chuck's...
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Posted 2 months ago
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From $16.60 to $25.00
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Ema is a distinguished Mediterranean restaurant situated in Chicago's vibrant River North neighborhood. Renowned for its unique culinary approach, Ema showcases Chef CJ Jacobson's lighter California style of...
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Posted 1 day ago
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From $17.00 to $25.00
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Beatrix is a well-established neighborhood coffeehouse, restaurant, and meeting place located across multiple vibrant neighborhoods in Chicago, including River North, Streeterville, Fulton Market, Loop, and...
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Posted 26 days ago
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Posted 26 days ago
From $17.00 to $25.00
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Osteria Via Stato is a distinguished Italian restaurant located in the vibrant River North neighborhood, renowned for its authentic Italian dining experience. Under the expert leadership of Executive Chef...
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Posted about 2 months ago
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Posted about 2 months ago
From $15.00 to $25.00
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L.Woods Tap & Pine Lodge is a distinguished restaurant located in Lincolnwood, renowned for its nostalgic Northwoods Supper Club ambiance. This establishment offers a delightful lunch and dinner menu featuring...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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From $17.00 to $22.00
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Tre Dita and Bar Tre Dita represent the collaborative excellence of award-winning Chef Evan Funke, known for his acclaimed work at Felix, Mother Wolf, and Funke, together with Lettuce Entertain You...
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Posted about 2 months ago
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From $21.00 to $21.00
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Crescent Hotels & Resorts is a distinguished hospitality company known for its commitment to providing exceptional guest experiences through its dedicated team of hospitality professionals. With a focus on...
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Posted about 2 months ago
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From $16.60 to $25.00
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Shaw's Crab House is a distinguished dining establishment that offers a unique dining experience by combining two culinary styles within one vibrant venue. Operating as both a sophisticated seafood restaurant...
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Posted 5 days ago
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RPM Seafood is a distinguished seafood restaurant that builds on the culinary successes of its sister establishments, RPM Italian and RPM Steak. Located alongside the beautiful Chicago River, RPM Seafood...
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From $20.00 to $25.00
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Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management, renowned for its commitment to improving the quality of life for clients and communities alike. Operating across...
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Posted about 1 month ago
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From $17.00 to $18.00
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Sodexo is a global leader in the quality of life services industry, dedicated to improving the everyday lives of individuals and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress of the...
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Posted 2 months ago
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From $23.00 to $23.00
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CURRENT is a vibrant and modern restaurant located inside The Wade hotel, offering a fresh take on seasonal American cuisine. True to its name, CURRENT emphasizes simple yet soulful ingredient-driven dishes...
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Posted 12 days ago
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From $20.00 to $25.00
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Sodexo is a global leader in providing comprehensive food services and facilities management solutions. With operations spanning various sectors including corporate, healthcare, education, and government,...
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Posted about 2 months ago
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SUSHI-SAN is a distinguished Japanese restaurant located in the vibrant River North district, renowned for its elevated and exceptional Japanese cuisine presented in a relaxed yet stylish atmosphere. The...
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Posted 11 days ago
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From $22.00 to $22.00
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Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook is a prestigious and luxurious retreat located in the serene and picturesque suburb of Oak Brook, Illinois. Known for its elegant accommodations and breathtaking natural surroundings, it...
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From $22.00 to $22.00
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Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook is a prestigious and luxurious retreat located in the scenic suburb of Oak Brook, Illinois. This renowned property is celebrated for its tranquil setting, elegant accommodations, and...
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From $22.00 to $22.00
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Hyatt Lodge Oak Brook is a distinguished luxury retreat located in the scenic suburb of Oak Brook, Illinois. Known for its elegant accommodations, tranquil natural surroundings, and exceptional guest services,...
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Aramark is a global leader in food and facilities services, proudly operating in 15 different countries and delivering exceptional service on a large scale every day. With a mission focused on making a...
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Posted 2 months ago
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Bodega Taqueria y Tequila is a vibrant and popular restaurant located in the River North neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. This establishment has earned a reputation for serving authentic Mexican cuisine with...
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Bodega Taqueria y Tequila, located in the vibrant River North neighborhood of Chicago, IL, is a renowned eatery specializing in authentic Mexican cuisine with an emphasis on flavorful tacos and a diverse...
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Summer House is a vibrant, California-inspired restaurant chain best known for its relaxed beach house atmosphere and commitment to fresh, locally sourced ingredients. With multiple locations including...
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Posted 3 months ago
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Chicago Winery is a boutique urban winery located in the heart of Chicago, dedicated to crafting exceptional wines while offering high-touch hospitality experiences to both guests and colleagues. This...
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Hotel Lincoln, located in the vibrant heart of Chicago's Old Town, offers a unique boutique hotel experience infused with personality and Midwestern charm. Known for its eclectic style and stunning views of...
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The West Cook YMCA is a branch of the YMCA, a renowned nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening communities through programs that foster healthy living, youth development, and social responsibility....
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Sodexo is a global leader in providing integrated food services and facilities management solutions, dedicated to improving the quality of life for the communities it serves. Operating in numerous countries,...
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Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., founded in 1983 and headquartered in Glendale, California, is the largest family-owned American Chinese restaurant concept in the United States. With nearly 2,300 locations...
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Posted 24 days ago
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Salted Restaurant Group stands as the largest delivery-first restaurant group in the United States, specializing in delivering better-for-you foods that are high quality, craveable, and crafted with care....
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RPM Italian is an upscale restaurant created by renowned figures Bill and Giuliana Rancic alongside RJ, Jerrod, and Molly Melman. It offers modern Italian cuisine in a sophisticated yet urban atmosphere that...
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Sweetgreen is a vibrant and mission-driven fast-casual restaurant chain focused on building healthier communities by connecting people to real food. Established with a vision to transform the fast food...
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87 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Evanston, IL - December 2025
Browse 87 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Evanston, 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 Prep Cook Jobs in Evanston, IL
Employers in Evanston, IL are actively hiring entry level Prep Cook staff to cover daily service and peak hours.
Recent Entry Level Prep Cook Openings
There have been 2 new jobs for Prep Cook positions posted in the last 10 days. Listings update regularly so you see current openings.
Entry Level Prep Cook Salary in Evanston, IL
Entry level Prep Cook pay in Evanston, 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 Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Evanston, IL
Local hospitality, tourism, and nightlife in Evanston, IL create steady demand for entry level Prep Cook positions. Employers often train on site to keep bars, restaurants, and hotels fully staffed.
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Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Evanston, IL
Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Evanston, IL offer PTO, 401k, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.
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