Prep Cook

Prep Cook – Astor Club

Chicago, Illinois

Astor Club is seeking a passionate, ambitious Prep Cook to join our culinary team.

This is an opportunity to work in a kitchen focused on craftsmanship, technique, and ingredient-driven cooking. We are looking for someone who wants to develop their skills in butchery, fish fabrication, pasta production, baking, stock making, and fine dining preparation while working alongside a team committed to excellence.

• Fabricate whole fish and premium proteins

• Learn and execute meat and poultry butchery

• Produce stocks, sauces, broths, and foundational preparations from scratch

• Make fresh pasta, doughs, and baked goods

• Prepare vegetables, garnishes, and mise en place to exacting standards

• Assist with tasting menus, private events, and club dining operations

• Work with high-quality seasonal ingredients

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional workstation

• A strong work ethic and positive attitude

• Curiosity and a desire to learn

• Respect for ingredients and attention to detail

• Professional kitchen experience preferred

• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• A commitment to consistency and continuous improvement

• Guaranteed 35 hours per week

• Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Opportunities for advancement within the kitchen

• Direct exposure to whole-animal butchery, fish fabrication, baking, pasta making, and refined cooking techniques

• The chance to be part of one of Chicago's most distinctive private dining experiences

This position is ideal for a cook who wants more than a prep job. We are looking for someone who wants to sharpen their skills, take pride in their craft, and grow as a culinary professional.

If that sounds like you, we'd love to hear from you.