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Chef Chef Jobs in DeKalb, IL (NOW HIRING)

Fortunato Fish & Oyster

Sous Chef

North Aurora, IL · On-site

$62K - $70K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • PTO

Fortunato Fish & Oyster is currently looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team. Our ideal candidate is kind, positive and works well with others. We at Fortunato believe in quality ...

MLCV

Fine Dining Sous Chef $60,000-$99,000 w/$2,000 bonus

Hinckley, IL · On-site

$49K - $67K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Executive Chef Lead with Precision. Plate with Purpose. Create Culinary Legacy. The Winds is Grand Casino Hinckley's signature fine dining destination, offering refined service, precision pacing, and ...

MLCV

Executive Chef $80,000-$132,000/annually

Hinckley, IL

$80K - $132K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

The Opportunity The Executive Chef provides management to all levels of the business operation within the kitchen and oversees the direction of the culinary team's daily activities in accordance with ...

Bourn & Koch LLC

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Mechanical Assembler - Industrial Machinery

Rockford, IL · On-site

$23 - $34/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bourn & Koch is a leading manufacturer and remanufacturer of precision CNC machine tools serving customers across North America. We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Assembler who takes pride in ...

Bourn & Koch LLC

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Mechanical Assembler - Industrial Machinery

Rockford, IL · On-site

$23 - $34/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bourn & Koch is a leading manufacturer and remanufacturer of precision CNC machine tools serving customers across North America. We are seeking a skilled Mechanical Assembler who takes pride in ...

Green Chef

CDL Driver- Class A

Aurora, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_). * Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those ...

The Alden Network

Chef / Cook

Huntley, IL · On-site

$55K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

) JOB SUMMARY * To prepare and serve food in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and facility policies. Supervises food production and presentation.

The Alden Network

Chef / Cook

Rockford, IL · On-site

$19 - $25.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

) JOB SUMMARY * To prepare and serve food in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, and facility policies. Supervises food production and presentation.

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How much do chef chef jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef chef in DeKalb, IL is $24.17, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.54 and $30.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chef Chef vs Line Cook?

AspectChef ChefLine Cook
CredentialsOften requires culinary certification or extensive experienceMay require basic culinary training or apprenticeship
Work EnvironmentHigh-end kitchens, fine dining, or restaurant managementKitchen stations, fast-paced restaurant settings
Industry UsageUsed in upscale restaurants, hotels, and culinary establishmentsCommon in casual and fast-food restaurants
Search & Comparison IntentPeople comparing leadership or specialized roles in culinary artsPeople looking for entry-level or operational kitchen roles

Chef Chef typically holds a higher level of culinary expertise and may oversee kitchen operations, while a Line Cook focuses on preparing dishes at a specific station. The roles differ mainly in responsibility, experience, and work environment, with Chef Chef often in leadership positions and Line Cooks in hands-on cooking roles.

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Infographic showing various Chef Chef job openings in DeKalb, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 74% Full Time, 23% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,277 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Sous Chef

Fortunato Fish & Oyster

North Aurora, IL • On-site

$62K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

Fortunato Fish & Oyster is currently looking for an experienced Sous Chef to join our team.
Our ideal candidate is kind, positive and works well with others. We at Fortunato believe in quality, consistency and working in a clean, organized and inclusive environment where respect and dignity is prioritized.

Excellent communication and organization skills needed. We are a fully scratch kitchen in need of a person that is committed to the food industry and wants to work for a growing company.

A history of working with Oysters, Pizza and Sushi would get top consideration. Our restaurant is upscale Italian with a focus on seafood and oyster raw bar including sushi.

Accountability, punctuality and forward thinking is a must. If you are that person and are looking for a new challenge, please respond to this post with your resume and availability.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
More detail about Fortunato Fish & Oyster, please visit https://culinaryagents.com/entities/1167797-Fortunato-Fish-%2526-Oyster