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Ramsay's Kitchen - Naperville

Line Cook

Naperville, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Execute menu recipes and ensure proper plate presentation for immediate service. * Maintain high ... Competitive hourly wages * Opportunities for growth and advancement * Flexible schedules * Meal ...

Gordon Ramsay North America

Line Cook

Naperville, IL · On-site

$15.75 - $19.75/hr

Execute menu recipes and ensure proper plate presentation for immediate service. * Maintain high ... Competitive hourly wages * Opportunities for growth and advancement * Flexible schedules * Meal ...

Children's Home and Aid

Cook's Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Posts all menu changes in individual classrooms, as required by program and as needed ... Hourly: Range is between $16.50-$20.00/hour, offers are commensurate with experience. The salary ...

Children's Home & Aid

Cook's Assistant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$16.50 - $20/hr

Posts all menu changes in individual classrooms, as required by program and as needed ... Hourly: Range is between $16.50-$20.00/hour, offers are commensurate with experience. The salary ...

Golden Corral

Restaurant Associate Manager

Aurora, IL · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Training & development * Vision insurance Golden Corral, is currently seeking energetic, friendly ... In this entry-level, hourly management position, you are cross-trained in all skill positions ...

Cooper's Hawk

Executive Kitchen Manager

Oak Lawn, IL · On-site

$84K - $100K/yr

Career Development Opportunities How You Wi ll Succeed Show Up Ready: Come prepared, stay sharp ... Lead menu rollouts, kitchen initiatives, and private events, including monthly Wine Club dinners ...

Aba

Divisional Training Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

With locations in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, the menu features Top Chef Alum, Chef ... development of employees, etc. * Review, maintain and update hourly employee training and reference ...

Aba

Divisional Training Manager

Chicago, IL · On-site

$60K - $75K/yr

With locations in Austin, TX, Chicago, IL, and Nashville, TN, the menu features Top Chef Alum, Chef ... development of employees, etc. * Review, maintain and update hourly employee training and reference ...

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How much do hourly menu development jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for hourly menu development in Chicago, IL is $110,944.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $90,700.00 and $125,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Hourly Menu Development vs Line Cook?

AspectHourly Menu DevelopmentLine Cook
CredentialsCooking experience, culinary certificationsCooking experience, culinary certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning menus, collaborating with chefsPreparing dishes on the line, following recipes
Industry UsageUsed in restaurant planning and menu creationUsed in daily kitchen operations
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding menu design rolesKitchen preparation and cooking roles

Hourly Menu Development focuses on creating and designing menus, often working closely with chefs and management. Line Cooks are responsible for preparing dishes on the kitchen line based on existing menus. While both roles require culinary skills and experience, Hourly Menu Development emphasizes planning and innovation, whereas Line Cooks focus on execution and daily kitchen operations.

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Child Care Center Cook-Aurora Montessori School

Learning Care Group

Aurora, IL

$15.45 - $16.05/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 16 days ago

Learning Care Group rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 111 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 19 rated daycare providers

Job description

This is more than just a daycare job. It's a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive-and play-every day. Working at a childcare center is something special.

The Child Care Cook, Food Specialist, is responsible for overall food preparation for the school's enrolled children. This role should be able to adapt to menu changes and meet meal and snack schedules. 
 

As a Food Specialist, you will be:

  • At home in the kitchen! Create home-style, nutritional meal plans in the boundaries of their school's menu and budget, as well as state and federal requirements. Prepare meals/snacks for children and staff and distribute food to the classrooms.
  • Focused on health and safety! Follow the daily menu provided by the Director which incorporates USDA, licensing, and/or health department regulations.
  • Organized! Maintain inventory of food and supplies and order more when needed.
  • Helpful! Assist in classrooms as needed as an Assistant Teacher/Floater.

Job Requirements:

  • Work experience in cooking and/or food preparation for multiple individuals in a childcare facility, preferred.  
  • A willingness to learn and adhere to all current state and local regulations.
  • Flexibility as to the hours and schedule of work.

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Pay $15.45-16.05 hourly, Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options; based on Position, Education and Experience / any other compensation offered
  • Immediate Health insurance (medical, dental and vision), paid time-off and 401K (plus company match) provided for full-time employees.
  • Limited medical offered for part-time workers.
  • Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification available to all employees
  • Monday-Friday work week
Learning Care Group, Inc. is North America's second-largest for-profit childcare provider and a leader in early childhood education. We offer specialized programs for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, delivered through our unique family of brands. Our commitment to excellence drives us to create cutting-edge facilities, equipped with advanced technology and expertly crafted curriculum designed by our in-house Education team.

Our Promise

We strive to make a meaningful impact on every child, their families, and the communities we serve. From infants to school-age students, our comprehensive, research-based curriculum supports holistic child development in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment. As experts in childcare and early education, we prepare children for school, instill a lifelong love of learning, and build a strong foundation for their future success

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Learning Care Group, Inc. is the second-largest for-profit child care provider in North America and a leader in early education. Our programs are designed for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Across our eight unique brands, we're committed to creating state-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and expert-driven curricula created by our own Education team.

Industry

Education

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Novi, MI, US

Year founded

1967

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