Prep Cook - Crystal Lake Chili's

Chili's; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fast hiring process

Flexible part-time or full-time sched

Growth opportunities

Great team atmosphere and culture

Benefits package with health, dental,

Job summary

Chili's is seeking Kitchen Team Members in Crystal Lake, IL to help set the pace for great shifts. You will execute recipe procedures and prepare a variety of foods while maintaining a safe, welcoming environment for guests and team members alike.

We value friendly, fast, and teamwork-driven staff with prior food service experience. Flexible scheduling options and growth opportunities are available as part of Chili's dynamic team culture.

Qualifications

• Friendly, warm, and caring demeanor required.
• Ability to work quickly in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with kitchen equipment like slicers, mixers, grinders, and food processors.
• Previous experience in food and beverage service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Properly execute all recipe procedures.
• Prepare a variety of foods with different methods of preparation.
• Follow company safety and sanitation policies and procedures.
• Complete assigned prep work to stock and set-up stations.
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment.

Skills

Friendly demeanor

Fast-paced environment

Teamwork

Quick thinking

Tools

Slicers

Mixers

Grinders

Food processors

Job description

Our Kitchen, or as we like to say at Chili's our Heart of House, Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take pride in great team work, then we want to hear from you!

Role Overview

Our Kitchen, or as we like to say at Chili's our Heart of House, Team Members are responsible for setting the pace for a great shift, every shift. They provide dependable, fast service that is absolutely Chili's. If you take pride in great team work, then we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Properly execute all recipe procedures
• Prepare a variety of foods with different methods of preparation
• Follow company safety and sanitation policies and procedures
• Complete assigned prep work to stock and set-up stations
• Contribute to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment

About You

• Friendly, warm, and caring demeanor with Team Members
• Thinks and acts quickly in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ability to use slicers, mixers, grinders, food processors, etc.
• Prior experience preferred in a similar food and beverage service and preparation position

About Us

Chili's was born in Dallas, Texas in 1975. Since then, we've boldly claimed our place in the casual dining industry as the place to go for Big Mouth burgers, house smoked ribs, full on fajitas, and hand shaken margaritas! With a legacy deeply rooted in service, hospitality, and giving back, we are committed to delivering the best experience to every Guest, every day.

• Fast hiring process
• Flexible part-time or full-time schedule
• Growth opportunities
• Great team atmosphere and culture
• Benefits package with health, dental and life - View our full benefits page at chilisjobs.com/benefits/

Job Info

• Job Identification 9852
• Posting Date 08/12/2026, 08:28 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations 5620 Northwest Hwy, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014, US