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Guernsey Holdings LLC

Cook

Taylorville, IL

$13.25 - $18/hr

This position cooks, prepares, and packages product. Job Duties: * Cook, prepare, and package food product pursuant to operational and quality standards * Operate dresser, front swamp, back swamp ...

Sonic Drive-In

Cook

Taylorville, IL · On-site

$13.25 - $18/hr

This position cooks, prepares, and packages product. Job Duties: * Cook, prepare, and package food product pursuant to operational and quality standards * Operate dresser, front swamp, back swamp ...

Sonic

Cook

Taylorville, IL

$13.25 - $18/hr

This position cooks, prepares, and packages product. Job Duties: * Cook, prepare, and package food product pursuant to operational and quality standards * Operate dresser, front swamp, back swamp ...

Family Guidance Centers, Inc.

Cook - Springfield

Springfield, IL

$14 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Cook - Springfield Job Tracking ID: 512588-912498 Job Location: Springfield, IL Job Level: Entry Level (less than 2 years) Level of Education: High School/GED Job Type: Full-Time/Regular Date Updated:

Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

Cook

Springfield, IL · On-site

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepares and cooks food items according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists. Ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and according to ...

The Dublin Pub

LINE COOK

Springfield, IL · On-site

$16 - $18/hr

The Dublin Pub is hiring a highly skilled GRILL COOK! Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes in a loving environment? The Dublin Pub is a local family-owned Irish Pub known for its Pony ...

Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

Cook

Springfield, IL · On-site

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepares and cooks food items according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists. Ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and according to ...

The Dublin Pub

GRILL COOK

Springfield, IL

$16 - $18/hr

The Dublin Pub is hiring a highly skilled GRILL COOK! Are you passionate about creating delicious dishes in a loving environment? The Dublin Pub is a local family-owned Irish Pub known for its Pony ...

Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

Cook

Springfield, IL

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepares and cooks food items according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists. Ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and according to ...

Family Guidance Centers, Inc.

Cook - Springfield

Springfield, IL

$14 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals in a residential treatment center, ensuring all food safety and sanitation standards are met. This role requires maintaining a safe, clean ...

Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

Cook

Springfield, IL

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepares and cooks food items according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists. Ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and according to ...

Hilton Garden Inn Springfield

Cook

Springfield, IL

$16/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Prepares and cooks food items according to recipes, quality standards, presentation standards, and food preparation checklists. Ensures all food is prepared in a timely manner and according to ...

Family Guidance Centers, Inc.

Cook - Springfield

Springfield, IL · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Cook is responsible for preparing and serving meals in a residential treatment center, ensuring all food safety and sanitation standards are met. This role requires maintaining a safe, clean ...

Arc at Sangamon valley

Cook

Springfield, IL

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Assure that food is available for preparation by cooks. Benefits Offered: * Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more * $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance - at no cost to you * Daily ...

The Villas Senior Care Community - East

Cook

Sherman, IL · On-site

$15 - $17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are currently seeking a Cook to provide timely preparation of quality food for residents, guests, family members and staff according to established facility policies and procedures, using safe ...

The Villas Senior Care Community - East

Cook

Sherman, IL · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are currently seeking a Cook to provide timely preparation of quality food for residents, guests, family members and staff according to established facility policies and procedures, using safe ...

Mick and Mary's

Line Cook

Thayer, IL · On-site

$19/hr

Line Cook - Full Time Mick and Mary's | 310 East Ebony Street Join the vibrant team at Mick and Mary's as a Full-Time Line Cook! In our updated kitchen, you will thrive in a fast-paced environment ...

Yona Solutions

Cook

Taylorville, IL

$13.25 - $18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Yona is looking for a cook to join the team! Benefits of Yona * Comprehensive medical, dental, and vison insurance * Employer paid life insurance * 401(k) plan * Competitive paid time off * Employee ...

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How much do cooks job jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for cooks job in Springfield, IL is $15.89, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.37 and $17.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Cooks Job vs Kitchen Assistants?

AspectCooks JobKitchen Assistants
CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary trainingBasic food handling knowledge
Work EnvironmentCommercial kitchens, restaurants, hotelsSupport roles in kitchens, prep areas
Employer & Industry UsageRestaurants, catering, hospitalityFood service establishments, cafeterias
Job FocusPreparing, cooking, plating dishesAssisting with prep, cleaning, stocking

While both Cooks and Kitchen Assistants work in food service environments, Cooks are responsible for preparing and cooking dishes, often requiring culinary skills and certifications. Kitchen Assistants support cooks by handling prep work and cleaning tasks. The roles complement each other but differ in responsibilities and qualifications.

What are careers in cooking?

Careers in cooking include roles such as chef, line cook, pastry chef, and kitchen manager. These jobs typically require culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and often certification or training from culinary schools or programs. Cooking careers can be found in restaurants, hotels, catering services, and other food service establishments.

What jobs can I do with cooking?

With a cooking background, you can pursue roles such as chef, line cook, prep cook, or kitchen assistant. These jobs typically require culinary skills, knowledge of food safety, and the ability to work in fast-paced environments, often with certifications like food handler permits.

What kind of cooks make the most money?

Executive chefs and head cooks typically earn the highest salaries among cooks, especially those working in fine dining restaurants, hotels, or high-end establishments. Advanced culinary skills, management experience, and certifications like ServSafe can also contribute to higher earnings.

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Cook

Guernsey Holdings LLC

Taylorville, IL

$13.25 - $18/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Position:                                                        Cook

Immediate Supervisor:                        Manager on Duty (MOD)


Position Summary: This position cooks, prepares, and packages product.


Job Duties:

  • Cook, prepare, and package food product pursuant to operational and quality standards
  • Operate dresser, front swamp, back swamp, grill, and food prep stations as assigned
  • Comply with all company policies, procedures, and operational standards
  • Perform regular cleaning and sanitation duties - including trash disposal, mopping, sweeping, washing dishes and food preparation tools, wiping counters, sanitizing food preparation areas, cleaning equipment, and emptying used grease - pursuant to operational standards
  • Regular attendance


ADDITIONAL DUTIES:

  • Report customer or employee complaints/issues to MOD
  • Move and stock food product weighing up to 50 pounds
  • Perform other job-related duties as assigned or required


Time/Shift Expectations: Flexible schedule, Irregular hours; days, nights; weekends; and holidays


Qualifications and Job Requirements:

  • Knowledge/Skills
  • General restaurant or retail knowledge
  • Basic math and reading skills
  • Effective verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Multi-tasking skills

Work Environment: Continuous standing, bending, reaching, moving, stooping, stretching, and lifting in a restaurant environment; frequent exposure to heat and hot liquid shortening while cooking; frequent exposure to freezer when stocking food items; occasional exposure to extreme temperatures based on variable weather conditions

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