Kitchen Staff Jobs in Bloomingdale, IL

The Kitchen Staff are the backbone of the hospitality service industry, responsible for a broad range of duties. They ensure the smooth operation of the kitchen by preparing ingredients, cleaning and sanitizing kitchen equipment, assisting in food preparation, and maintaining stock levels of food and supplies. They are also responsible for maintaining high hygiene and safety standards in the kitchen to assure the quality of food served to guests. Additionally, they might be required to handle customer service related issues, such as taking orders, serving food, and addressing customer complaints.

To excel in this role, Kitchen Staff should possess a number of key skills and certifications. They should have a food handler's certificate, signifying they are trained in food safety practices. A good level of physical fitness and endurance is also important as the job involves standing for long hours and handling heavy kitchen equipment. Strong teamwork, time management, and multitasking skills are indispensable to cope with the fast-paced working environment. Prior to becoming a Kitchen Staffer, individuals may have roles like Wait Staff, Dishwasher, or Food Prep Assistant to gain relevant experience in the hospitality industry.

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Tastes of Bri

Line Cook & Meal Prep Cook

  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (18 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (18 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 1 day ago

You will showcase your knife skills and expertise in broiling, frying, sautéing, and sauce making to deliver high-quality dishes to our customers....

The Fireplace Inn

Grill & Prep Cook

We are looking to hire a prep cook who is willing to learn what we do here in our kitchen and is reliable and hard working. The Fireplace Inn is a family owned business who has been in Old Town...

Cook II

  • Schaumburg, IL (5 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (5 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Prepare and cook food according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklist. Prepare cold foods. Operate ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, and fryers....

Line Cook (Earn up to $880wk)

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Cook and prepare menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff according to the Hogsalt Recipe Index, ensuring food quality and time standards are always met....

Baker

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Were hiring people to join our team as PASTRY COOKS! A Few of Our Pastry Cook Benefits: Restaurant Discounts Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness Paid...

Lead Pastry Cook

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Job Number 24203315 Job Category Food and Beverage & Culinary Location Marriott Marquis Chicago, 2121 South Prairie Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located...

Line Cook - PM

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Were hiring people to join our team as LINE COOKS! A Few of Our Line Cook Benefits: Restaurant Discounts Employee Assistance Program - Focusing on a Commitment to Mental Health & Wellness Paid...

Senior Sous Chef Pastry

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Supervises and coordinates activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation....

Executive Chef

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 6 hours ago

Areas of responsibility comprise overseeing all food preparation areas (e.g., banquets, room service, restaurants, bar/lounge and employee cafeteria) and all support areas (e.g., dish room and purchasing...

EXPO - COOKS - Line Chef (Wheaton, Glen Ellyn, Lombard Area)

  • Glen Ellyn, IL (6 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Glen Ellyn, IL (6 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Communicate with kitchen staff to ensure all orders are prepared correctly and in a timely manner. Teamwork is important. Provide excellent customer service with a positive attitude....

Culinary Kitchen Coordinator

  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (10 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Job Details Job Title Culinary Kitchen Coordinator Posted: 4/17/2025 Salary: $20.00 - $25.00 / hour Location IL, Oak Brook 240 Oakbrook Center Oak Brook, IL 60523 Description IMMEDIATELY HIRING -...

Food Service Worker/Cashier (Full Time)

  • Deerfield, IL (19 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (19 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

We are hiring immediately for a full time FOOD SERVICE WORKER/CASHIER position. Location : Baxter Deerfield - 1 Baxter Parkway, Deerfield, IL 60015. Note: online applications accepted only....

Sous Chef - Northwestern University - Evanston, IL

  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Evanston, IL (21 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Salary: $60,000 - $64,000 Other Forms of Compensation: At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are...

Sous Chef

  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (22 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details Job Details Avli is looking for a Sous Chef who will flex between locations as necessary. Summary Avli Restaurants are c reative Greek, where...

New Store - Prepared Foods Cook / Food Production - Full Time - Saint Charles, IL - Opening Early Summer 2025

  • St Charles, IL (10 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago
  • St Charles, IL (10 miles from Bloomingdale, IL)
  • 9 hours ago

Performs all functions related to proper food preparation and maintenance of the cold case, fresh pack, salad, and hot bars....

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Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Bloomingdale, IL

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Bloomingdale, IL offer the following education background
High School or GED
45.9%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
14.8%
Associate's Degree
12.5%
Some High School
4.0%
Some College
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.2%
Doctorate Degree
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Kitchen Staffs in Bloomingdale, IL
None
41.7%
Less than 1 year
37.0%
1-2 years
14.4%
4-6 years
4.4%
6-8 years
2.6%


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