Cooks
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
The Cook performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department to include preparing meals correctly and timely, supervising employee staff, and is accountable to the Dietary ...
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$13.25 - $17.75/hr
The Cook performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department to include preparing meals correctly and timely, supervising employee staff, and is accountable to the Dietary ...
Quick apply
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
The Cook performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department to include preparing meals correctly and timely, supervising employee staff, and is accountable to the Dietary ...
$13 - $17.25/hr
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards. * Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes. * Handling multiple food orders at one time. * Monitoring multiple food orders as ...
$13 - $17.25/hr
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards. * Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes. * Handling multiple food orders at one time. * Monitoring multiple food orders as ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$13 - $17.25/hr
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards. * Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes. * Handling multiple food orders at one time. * Monitoring multiple food orders as ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$13 - $17.25/hr
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards. * Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes. * Handling multiple food orders at one time. * Monitoring multiple food orders as ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$13 - $17.25/hr
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards. * Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes. * Handling multiple food orders at one time. * Monitoring multiple food orders as ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$13 - $17.25/hr
Cooking order according to food health and safety standards. * Recommending ideas for specials or seasonal dishes. * Handling multiple food orders at one time. * Monitoring multiple food orders as ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
Loves Park, IL · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
... cooking time. * Must be open to a thorough background check and be deemed eligible for hire by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
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Loves Park, IL · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
... cooking time. * Must be open to a thorough background check and be deemed eligible for hire by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
$15 - $18/hr
Completes all assigned prep work and sets up cook's station. Maintains product presentations, product quality and cook time standards. Prepares all menu items according to Applebee's Recipes, Plate ...
Rockford, IL · On-site
$14 - $18/hr
Setting up and breaking down the kitchen, keeping a clean work space, stocking, prep, and cooking are just a few of your job duties. Reliability, punctuality and dependability is a must. We will have ...
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Rockford, IL · On-site
$14 - $18/hr
Setting up and breaking down the kitchen, keeping a clean work space, stocking, prep, and cooking are just a few of your job duties. Reliability, punctuality and dependability is a must. We will have ...
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Beloit, WI · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Beloit, WI · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Beloit, WI · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Beloit, WI · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Rockford, IL · On-site
$14 - $18/hr
Setting up and breaking down the kitchen, keeping a clean work space, stocking, prep, and cooking are just a few of your job duties. Reliability, punctuality and dependability is a must. We will have ...
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Rockford, IL · On-site
$14 - $18/hr
Setting up and breaking down the kitchen, keeping a clean work space, stocking, prep, and cooking are just a few of your job duties. Reliability, punctuality and dependability is a must. We will have ...
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Brodhead, WI · On-site
$20 - $22/hr
Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in a timely manner * Set up and break down dining areas, ensuring a clean and orderly environment * Deliver meals to designated areas at scheduled times
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Brodhead, WI · On-site
$20 - $22/hr
Wash dishes, utensils, and cooking equipment in a timely manner * Set up and break down dining areas, ensuring a clean and orderly environment * Deliver meals to designated areas at scheduled times
Beloit, WI · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Beloit, WI · On-site
$18 - $20/hr
Follow basic recipes and/or product directions for preparing, seasoning, cooking, tasting, carving, and serving soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foodstuffs for consumption in eating ...
Rockford, IL · On-site
$14.50 - $18/hr
Previous cooking experience (professional kitchen experience is a must!) A passion for food and a strong work ethic Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings A team player with ...
Rockford, IL · On-site
$14.50 - $18/hr
Previous cooking experience (professional kitchen experience is a must!) A passion for food and a strong work ethic Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings A team player with ...
Rockford, IL · On-site
$14.50 - $18/hr
Previous cooking experience (professional kitchen experience is a must!) A passion for food and a strong work ethic Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings A team player with ...
Rockford, IL · On-site
$14.50 - $18/hr
Previous cooking experience (professional kitchen experience is a must!) A passion for food and a strong work ethic Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends and evenings A team player with ...
$22 - $24.50/hr
Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods * Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines * Properly stores ...
New
$22 - $24.50/hr
Bakes, roasts, broils, steams, and uses a variety of cooking methods on meats, vegetables, and other foods * Arranges, garnishes, and portions food following established guidelines * Properly stores ...
New
$9.35 - $10.41
1% of jobs
$10.41 - $11.46
2% of jobs
$11.46 - $12.52
5% of jobs
$12.52 - $13.58
8% of jobs
$14.16 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$13.58 - $14.63
15% of jobs
$14.63 - $15.69
14% of jobs
The median wage is $15.96 / hr.
$15.69 - $16.75
19% of jobs
$17.52 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$16.75 - $17.81
15% of jobs
$17.81 - $18.86
12% of jobs
$18.86 - $19.92
5% of jobs
$19.92 - $20.98
4% of jobs
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| Aspect | Cooking | Food Preparation Worker |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | May require food safety certifications | Typically no formal certifications needed |
| Work Environment | Commercial kitchens, restaurants, catering | Food production lines, cafeterias, fast food outlets |
| Job Duties | Preparing, cooking, and presenting dishes | Chopping, assembling ingredients, basic food prep |
| Industry Usage | Restaurants, hotels, catering services | Food manufacturing, cafeterias, quick-service restaurants |
Cooking involves preparing and cooking dishes, often requiring culinary skills and certifications. Food Preparation Workers focus on basic food assembly and prep tasks, usually without formal credentials. Both roles are essential in food service environments but differ in complexity and responsibilities.

$13.25 - $17.75/hr
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Re-posted 7 days ago
Position Summary:
The Cook performs designated work and cleaning routines for the Dietary Department to include preparing meals correctly and timely, supervising employee staff, and is accountable to the Dietary Manager. In the absence of the Dietary Manager, the Cook is accountable for overseeing and supporting the staff.
Qualifications:
**High School or Culinary Tech Graduate.
**Ability to read, understand and follow recipes, production sheets counts, diet orders, tray tickets and all employee work responsibilities and flows.
**Understand after training on computer software system for resident information and preferences.
**Must be ServSafe Certified or able to earn within the first 90 days of starting.
Duties:
**The Cook works under the direction of the Dietary Manager.
Responsible for the following daily activities but not limited to as follows:
**Preparing and portions hot and cold menu items according to proper menu and recipe as noted on the production sheet counts.
**Serving Resident meals according to the correct meal service times.
**Coverage for any staff members who call out due to illness.
**Assure all correct food and equipment temperatures are being recorded by meal.
**Daily resident and facility employee interaction to assure residents are satisfied and being provided correctly.
**Maintain highest standard of sanitation as required by the state Department of Health regulations.
**Practice clean, safe work environment.
**Willing to work flexible work hours.
**Track inventory and communicate to the Dietary Manager and low supplies or place orders for needed items.
**Label, wrap and date all unused food items in the correct areas.
**Must be able to lift up to 50lbs
**Support and follow Pollak Innovation Management and facility Policies and Procedures.
Responsible for the following daily activities in the absence of the Dietary Manager as follows but not limited to:
**Assure staff is clocking in on time as per their schedule.
**Discipline staff not completing their job assignments correctly.
**Conduct daily huddle meetings for staff communication and direction.