Kitchen Staff Jobs in Glenview, 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 (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tastes of Bri
  • Cicero, IL (16 miles from Glenview, 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...

Chef De Cuisine - Polished Casual

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Mentor and train sous chefs and kitchen staff, fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. Ensure efficient kitchen operations in a high-volume setting, focusing on scratch-made dishes....

Cook (Cantonese Style)

  • Burbank, IL (23 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Burbank, IL (23 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

at David's Kitchen Inc in Burbank, Illinois, United States Job Description Plan menus and cook Chinese style dishes, dinners, and other food according to traditional or standard Chinese recipes....

Lead Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Full Time

  • Oak Brook, IL (19 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (19 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 4 hours ago

Id : REQ_568384, Title : Lead Cook - Taste Bar Cafe, Falls - Full Time, Category : Merchandising, RequisitionType : Hourly, JobGrade : null, RequisitionId : ...474, ExternalPostedStartDate :...

Lead Food Service Worker

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Hourly Wage $20.52 Looking for a better work life balance? Join an amazing organization that puts Veteran's first for an amazing career! The Veterans Canteen Service (VCS) located at the Chicago,...

Dishwasher - Stratford Square Chilis

  • Bloomingdale, IL (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (16 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Role Overview Our Heart of House Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take...

Cook II - Harvest PM

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 5 hours 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....

Restaurant Crew

  • Northlake, IL (11 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Northlake, IL (11 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Restaurant Team Member Are you looking for an exciting fast-paced work environment where you will be part of a team? Do you take pride in providing exceptional customer service? The Restaurant...

Cook PRN

  • Forest Park, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Forest Park, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

Responsibilities Shape the future of behavioral health care throughout the Forest Park community by joining our extraordinary team at Riveredge Hospital. Bring your compassion, expertise,...

Chef DE Cuisine

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 8 hours ago

preparation and taste Follows all menu and production/prep expectations and guides, opening/closing checklist and responsibility guides Prepares well balanced meals to fuel Googlers through the day...

Sous Chef

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 13 hours ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details ABOUT US Brick & Mortar is a new dining destination opening in Lincoln Park in Summer 2025, created by Chef John Asbaty (RH Hospitality, Hogsalt,...

Line Cook (Earn up to $880wk)

  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 21 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 (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 21 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 (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (14 miles from Glenview, IL)
  • 21 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...

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Kitchen Staff Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Kitchen Chemistry
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Prison Health: Vaccinations for People Working and Living in Prisons (Vaccine Trained Staff)
This two-week course will help you gain an understanding of why vaccines can help protect the health of those living or working in prisons and those around them. Whats more, youll develop the...

Salary for Kitchen Staff Jobs in Glenview, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireHospitalityServices research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Kitchen Staff positions.



Highest Education Level

Kitchen Staffs in Glenview, 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 Glenview, 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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