Compassionate Cook for Community Dining & Growth

Yona Solutions; Carlinville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vis

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Competitive paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions is seeking a dedicated cook to join our dining team in Carlinville, Illinois. You will prepare meals per the menu, maintain sanitary standards, and ensure timely service for residents, visitors, and staff at our facilities.

We value motivated, compassionate individuals who collaborate with the food services team to deliver quality dining experiences. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with food service certification a bonus.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.
• Must provide a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.

Skills

Proven experience as a Cook

Sanitation knowledge

Meal preparation

Safety guidelines

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Food service certification (bonus)

Job description

Yona Solutions is seeking a dedicated cook to join our dining team in Carlinville, Illinois. You will prepare meals per the menu, maintain sanitary standards, and ensure timely service for residents, visitors, and staff at our facilities.

We value motivated, compassionate individuals who collaborate with the food services team to deliver quality dining experiences. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with food service certification a bonus.