Prep Cook - The Market

East Bank Club

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Chicago, Illinois, US on site Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 28, 2026 Last posted March 28, 2026
Job description

Are you passionate about food, hospitality, and fitness? East Bank Club is looking to add a Prep Cook for our hot bar! The Prep Cook is responsible for the preparation, cooking, and servicing of all hot bar menu items. You will maintain all food products at proper holding temperatures and ensure the cleanliness and organization of the assigned station.

Rate of Pay: $20.00 per hour. This role is considered entry-level.

Job Responsibilities:

  • Preparation, cooking, and servicing of all menu items.
  • Maintain service, production, and preparation specials on all menu items.
  • Maintain all food products at proper holding temperatures.
  • Keep area neat and organized at all times - Products properly labeled, dated, and rotated - Coolers clean and organized at all times.
  • Proper requisitioning and transfer of all needed items for the station.
  • All other job duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

  • Must be authorized to work in the USA. We use E-Verify.
  • Previous experience in high-volume broiler, sauté, and cold food production is highly desired.
  • Culinary degree is a plus.  
  • Good knife skills.
  • Must be positive, collaborative, and committed to healthy communication and quality work.
  • Must have availability to work evening shifts, mid-shift, morning shifts and this is including weekends and holidays.
  • Must be able to lift 50lbs.  
  • Must be on your feet for the majority of the shift.
  • Ability to make movements with fingers, hands, wrists, and arms.   
  • Ability to grasp and reach, sometimes above shoulder level.   
  • Ability to stoop, kneel and crouch.  

Benefits

Time Off & Retirement

  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) with company match up to 3%
  • Value Sharing (Profit sharing)
  • Holiday Bonus
  • Paid Parental Leave


Health & Wellness:

  • Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance
  • HSA and FSA enrollment options
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability options
  • Life Insurance: Basic coverage equivalent to annual income, with voluntary options for additional coverage
  • Long-Term Care options: Coverage up to 50% of annual income
  • Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Pet Insurance through MetLife


Employee Perks:

  • Free workout privileges
  • Employee discounts in the Pro Shop, Spa & Salon services and in the Market
  • Parking and transit benefits (pre-tax deduction)
  • Access to Tickets at Work discounts
  • Tuition reimbursement

East Bank Club is an Equal Opportunity Employer and drug/smoke-free workplace.

About this role

Summary

Prepare, cook, and serve menu items; maintain cleanliness and organization at all times.

Job title

Prep Cook

Experience level

entry level

Industry

hospitality

Location requirements

Chicago-based, on-site role, flexible shifts including weekends

Salary

$20.00 per hour

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

food preparationknife skillshigh-volume cookingfood safety

Preferred skills

culinary degreehot bar experience

Specializations

hot barculinaryfood preparation
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Chicago, IL, USA

On-site City