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Boyd Gaming

Sous Chef - William B's

East Peoria, IL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we ... Chef. Monitor quantity of prepared food. Ensure proper rotation and utilization of stored food to ...

Boyd Gaming

Sous Chef - William B's

East Peoria, IL · On-site

$49K - $66K/yr

Company Description Boyd Gaming Corporation has been successful in gaming jurisdiction in which we ... Chef. Monitor quantity of prepared food. Ensure proper rotation and utilization of stored food to ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Mapleton, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : CAT - 8826 W. Route 24 ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

East Peoria, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : Caterpillar - 600 W ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Mapleton, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : CAT - 8826 W. Route 24 ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$20.80/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : CAT AB - 100 Northeast Adams ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$20.80/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : CAT AB - 100 Northeast Adams ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Mapleton, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for a full time CHEF position. * Location : CAT - 8826 W. Route 24 ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Peoria, IL · On-site

$20.80/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : CAT AB - 100 Northeast Adams ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Eurest

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Mossville, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : Caterpillar AC - 14009 Old ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Mossville, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : Caterpillar AC - 14009 Old ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Three Oaks Senior Dining

Executive Chef

Peoria, IL · On-site

$70K - $96K/yr

Our passion lies in helping our partners grow their brands through exceptional food service ... Work with Corporate Chef to create specials, menu efficiencies across the community as well as a ...

Three Oaks Senior Dining LLC

Executive Chef

Peoria, IL · On-site

$75K - $88K/yr

Our passion lies in helping our partners grow their brands through exceptional food service ... Work with Corporate Chef to create specials, menu efficiencies across the community as well as a ...

Compass Group

CHEF (FULL TIME)

Mossville, IL · On-site

$20.30/hr

* We are hiring immediately for full time CHEF positions. * Location : Caterpillar AC - 14009 Old ... Supervises, coordinates and participates in activities of cooks and other associates engaged in ...

Three Oaks Senior Dining LLC

Executive Chef

Peoria, IL · On-site

$75K - $88K/yr

Our passion lies in helping our partners grow their brands through exceptional food service ... Work with Corporate Chef to create specials, menu efficiencies across the community as well as a ...

NOW Group

Kitchen Manager

Peoria, IL · On-site

$50K - $55K/yr

Proven experience as a kitchen manager or lead chef in a restaurant. * Strong leadership, motivational, and people skills required. * Must be able to motivate staff to provide high-quality service on ...

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How much do chef in jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for chef in in Peoria, IL is $24.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.49 and $30.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Chef In vs Sous Chef?

AspectChef InSous Chef
CredentialsCooking certifications, culinary degreesCooking certifications, culinary degrees
Work EnvironmentKitchen, restaurant, hotelKitchen, restaurant, hotel
Employer & IndustryRestaurants, hotels, cateringRestaurants, hotels, catering
Role FocusOversees kitchen operations, menu planningAssists head chef, supervises kitchen staff

Both Chef In and Sous Chef roles require culinary certifications and work in similar kitchen environments within the hospitality industry. The Chef In typically oversees kitchen operations and menu planning, while the Sous Chef supports the head chef and manages daily kitchen activities. Understanding these differences helps clarify career paths and job expectations in culinary settings.

Is a chef a high paid job?

The salary of a chef varies based on experience, location, and type of establishment. Executive chefs and those working in high-end restaurants or hotel kitchens tend to earn higher wages, with some reaching six-figure incomes, while entry-level chefs typically earn lower salaries. Skills such as culinary expertise and management can influence earning potential.

What jobs can I get as a chef?

As a chef, you can pursue various roles such as executive chef, sous chef, pastry chef, line cook, or culinary instructor. These positions typically require culinary skills, experience, and sometimes certifications like ServSafe or food safety training. Opportunities exist in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and institutional kitchens.

What jobs can you do as a chef?

As a chef, you can work in various roles such as executive chef, sous chef, pastry chef, line cook, or kitchen manager. These positions involve preparing food, managing kitchen staff, and overseeing food quality, often requiring culinary skills, certifications, and experience in different cuisines or kitchen environments.

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Infographic showing various Chef In job openings in Peoria, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 80% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $50,261 per year, or $24.2 per hour.

Collegiate Hospitality Executive Chef

Aramark

Peoria, IL • On-site

$60K - $70K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Aramark rating

5.9

Company rating: 5.9 out of 10

Based on 1,271 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

397th of 495 rated business services

Job description


The Executive Chef is a management position overseeing chef managers as well as hourly culinary staff, responsible for developing and executing culinary solutions to meet customer needs and tastes. Offers a wide variety of culinary solutions to meet customer and client needs and tastes. Oversees and manages culinary operations to meet production, presentation, and service standards. Applies culinary techniques to food preparation and manages the final presentation and service of food.
Compensation Data
COMPENSATION: The Salaried rate for this position is $60,000.00 to $70,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.
BENEFITS: Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works. For more information about Aramark benefits, click here Aramark Careers - Benefits & Compensation
There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Job Responsibilities
  • Ensures culinary production appropriately connects to the Executional Framework
  • Ensures proper culinary standards and techniques are in place for preparation of food items, including production, presentation, and service standards
  • Manages a culinary team, including chef managers and hourly staff, to ensure quality in final presentation of food
  • Train and manage culinary and kitchen employees to use best practice food production techniques
  • Coach employees by creating a shared understanding about what needs to be achieved and how it is to be achieved
  • Reward and recognize employees
  • Plan and execute team meetings and daily huddles
  • Complete and maintain all staff records including training records, shift opening/closing checklists and performance data
  • Develop and maintain effective client and guest rapport for mutually beneficial business relationships
  • Interact directly with guests daily
  • Aggregate and communicate regional culinary and ingredient trends
  • Responsible for delivering food and labor targets
  • Consistent focus on margin improvement; understanding performance metrics, data, order, and inventory trends
  • Ensure efficient execution and delivery of all culinary products in line with the daily menu
  • Maintain integrity of the standard Aramark food offer; responsible for always maintaining food quality and safety of items
  • Full compliance with Operational Excellence fundamentals: managing waste, standard menus, recipes and ingredients through managing customer driven menus and labor standards
  • Understand end to end supply chain and procurement process and systems, ensuring only authorized suppliers are used
  • Full knowledge and implementation of the Food Framework
  • Ensure accuracy of estimated food consumption for appropriate requisitions and/or food purchase
  • Ensure proper equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ensure compliance with Aramark SAFE food and Quality Assurance standards, occupational and environmental safety policies in all culinary and kitchen operations
  • Comply with all applicable policies, rules and regulations, including but not limited to those relating to safety, health, wage and hour

At Aramark, developing new skills and doing what it takes to get the job done make a positive impact for our employees and for our customers. In order to meet our commitments, job duties may change or new ones may be assigned without formal notice.
Qualifications
  • Requires at least 4 years of culinary experience
  • At least 2 years in a management role preferred
  • Requires a culinary degree or equivalent experience
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Ability to simplify the agenda for the team
  • Requires advanced knowledge of the principles and practices within the food profession.
  • This includes experiential knowledge required for management of people and/or problems.
  • Requires oral, reading, and written communication skills

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About Aramark
Our Mission
Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet.
At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.
About Aramark
The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

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The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food, facilities, and uniform services in 19 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.

Industry

Hospitality services and facilities support services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Philadelphia, PA, US

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