Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Rockford, IL

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Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

at Chuck E. Cheese
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $16.00

From $15.00 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

Meal Discount

Meal Discount

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

scholarships

scholarships

perks and discounts

perks and discounts

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

at CEC Entertainment
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $16.00

From $15.00 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Medical

Medical

Dental

Dental

Vision

Vision

Life

Life

disability

disability

401(k) retirement savings plan

401(k) retirement savings plan

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Meal Discount

Meal Discount

scholarships

scholarships

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

CEC Cares Fund

CEC Cares Fund

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Food Prep, Cook, and Pizza Maker - Cast Member

at Chuck E. Cheese
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $16.00

From $15.00 to $16.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

50% discount on meal during shift

50% discount on meal during shift

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

Work Today Get Paid Tomorrow program

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

scholarships

scholarships

Perks and Discounts programs

Perks and Discounts programs

Employee Referral Program

Employee Referral Program

Cook

at Ciel Senior Living
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $13.00 to $17.25

From $13.00 to $17.25

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Training and Development

team environment

team environment

Retirement Plan

Retirement Plan

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

employee recognition

employee recognition

Line Cook

at Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $14.50 to $18.00

From $14.50 to $18.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Free meal during each shift

Free meal during each shift

Flexible work schedules

Flexible work schedules

50% employee food discount

50% employee food discount

25% family food discount

25% family food discount

Referral bonuses

Referral bonuses

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Employee Stock Purchase Program

Health Insurance

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

accident insurance

accident insurance

critical illness insurance

critical illness insurance

Hospital Indemnity coverage

Hospital Indemnity coverage

401k Retirement Plan

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Line Cook

at LongHorn Steakhouse
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $19.50

From $15.00 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

holiday closures

holiday closures

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

flexible scheduling

flexible scheduling

Team member app

Team member app

Line Cook

at Olive Garden
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $19.50

From $15.00 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Free Employee Meal

Free Employee Meal

weekly pay

weekly pay

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Paid sick leave

Paid sick leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Paid Family and Medical Leave

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

ongoing training

ongoing training

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

401(k) savings plan

401(k) savings plan

Management career advancement opportunities

Management career advancement opportunities

Line Cook

at LongHorn Steakhouse
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $19.50

From $15.00 to $19.50

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Hourly

Hourly

Flexible

Flexible

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

flexible schedule

flexible schedule

competitive pay

competitive pay

shift meals

shift meals

Anniversary pay

Anniversary pay

Holiday pay

Holiday pay

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Line Cook - Velvet Buffalo

at Velvet Buffalo
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $19.00 to $22.00

From $19.00 to $22.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

401k

401k

medical benefits

medical benefits

24/7 Online Care

24/7 Online Care

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Restaurant Team Member - Cook

at Noodles & Company
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $15.00 to $20.00

From $15.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Part-time

Part-time

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

competitive pay

competitive pay

flexible schedules

flexible schedules

Early access to earned pay

Early access to earned pay

meal and lifestyle discounts

meal and lifestyle discounts

Tuition Assistance

Tuition Assistance

recognition programs

recognition programs

Medical insurance

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

401(k) with employer match

401(k) with employer match

Stock purchase discounts

Stock purchase discounts

leadership development programs

leadership development programs

free online Spanish and English courses

free online Spanish and English courses

Line Cook - Henry Dorrbaker's

at Henry Dorrbaker LLC
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
From $16.00 to $20.00

From $16.00 to $20.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Part-time

Part-time

Rotating Shifts

Rotating Shifts

Day Shifts

Day Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

401k

401k

medical benefits

medical benefits

24/7 Online Care

24/7 Online Care

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

Line Cook - Lucy's #7 Burger Bar

at Lucy's #7 Burger Bar
Rockford, IL, USA|Onsite
Exact $14.00

Exact $14.00

Hourly

Hourly

Full-time

Full-time

Standard Hours

Standard Hours

Fixed Shifts

Fixed Shifts

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Employee Discounts

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off

Training and development opportunities

Training and development opportunities

401k

401k

medical benefits

medical benefits

24/7 Online Care

24/7 Online Care

Pet insurance

Pet insurance

18 Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs in Rockford, IL - May 2026

Browse 18 entry level Prep Cook jobs in Rockford, 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 Rockford, IL

Employers in Rockford, 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 Rockford, IL

Entry level Prep Cook pay in Rockford, IL typically ranges from $31,200 per year to $33,300 per year, with average earnings near $31,200 per year or $15 per hour. Tips or performance based bonuses can increase total income in busy venues.

  • Lowest wage: $31,200 per year
  • Average wage: $31,200 per year or $15 per hour
  • Highest wage: $33,300 per year

How To Apply for Entry Level job

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  • Experience level - entry level only
  • Work schedule - full time, part time, seasonal
  • Shift timing

Many listings support quick apply with a simple application flow.

Why Entry Level Prep Cook Jobs Are Common in Rockford, IL

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

Top Employers Hiring Entry Level Prep Cook Roles

Frequent employers hiring entry level Prep Cook roles in Rockford, IL include:

  • CEC Entertainment
  • Chuck E. Cheese

Prep Cook Job Benefits and Perks in Rockford, IL

Many entry level Prep Cook jobs in Rockford, IL offer Life, flexible schedules, staff discounts, and flexible scheduling, making them strong starting points in hospitality.

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