Cook IL

Anchor Point Management Group; East Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Same-day pay options

Flexible scheduling

Team Member discounts

Fun, team-oriented atmosphere

Opportunities to grow with the brand

Job summary

Buffalo Wild Wings in East Peoria, IL is hiring Cooks to join our Heart of House team. You will prepare wings, burgers, and more, following recipes, portions, and presentation standards. Maintain a clean, safe workstation and ensure food safety compliance in a fast-paced kitchen.

This role offers training, teamwork, flexible scheduling, and opportunities to grow with the brand. Applicants must be 18+ and able to stand for long periods.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age (State Minor Laws Supersede).
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Kitchen experience is helpful but training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items like wings, burgers, and more.
• Slice, dice, grill, fry, and sauce with accuracy and speed.
• Follow recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work station.
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Work with your team to keep the kitchen running smoothly.
• Help with prep, stocking, and closing duties.
• Duties may change from time to time.

Skills

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Food quality focus

Willing to learn

Kitchen experience helpful

Education

Food Handler Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 833 West Camp Street, East Peoria, IL - East Peoria, IL 61611

Salary Range: $9.00 - $30.00 Hourly

NOW HIRING: Cooks (Heart of House Team Members)

Bring your passion to Buffalo Wild Wings—where every shift feels like game day!

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and cook menu items like wings, burgers, and more
• Slice, dice, grill, fry, and sauce with accuracy and speed
• Follow recipes, portion sizes, and presentation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work station
• Follow food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Work with your team to keep the kitchen running smoothly
• Help with prep, stocking, and closing duties
• The duties of this position may change from time to time.

Buffalo Wild Wings reserves the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of Buffalo Wild Wings or its managers. This job description is intended to describe the general level of work being performed. It is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Qualifications

What Makes You a Great Fit

• You are a Team player. You’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and jump in to help your team.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Passionate about food quality and consistency
• Willing to learn and jump in wherever needed
• Kitchen experience is helpful (but we can train the right person!)

Requirements

Required

• Minimum 18 years of age (State Minor Laws Supersede)

Preferred

• Prior experience working in restaurant or retail environment
• Food Handler Certificate

Physical Requirements

• Able to stand for extended periods (up to 8 hours)
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs
• Frequent bending, reaching, and movement in a busy kitchen

Why Join Buffalo Wild Wings?

Working here is like being in a stadium kitchen on game day—fast, exciting, and full of energy. We’ll provide the training, supportive teammates, and opportunities to grow.

Perks include:

• Competitive pay
• Same-day pay options
• Flexible scheduling
• Team Member discounts
• Fun, team-oriented atmosphere
• Opportunities to grow with the brand

Whether you're experienced or just getting started, if you've got hustle and a love for great food, we want you on our team.