Compassionate Cook: Fresh, Safe Meals for Our Community

Yona Solutions; Virden (IL); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 26,174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions is seeking a cook to join our team in Illinois. You will prepare meals according to menus, ensure safe handling and sanitation, and contribute to quality dining for residents and staff.

Role requires proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, and the ability to follow standardized recipes. Strong communication and stamina are essential for timely service and collaboration with the dining team.

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.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• 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.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas

Skills

Cook experience

Sanitation knowledge

Food safety

Communication skills

Stamina

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification in food services (plus)

Job description

Yona Solutions is seeking a cook to join our team in Illinois. You will prepare meals according to menus, ensure safe handling and sanitation, and contribute to quality dining for residents and staff.

Role requires proven cooking experience, knowledge of safety guidelines, and the ability to follow standardized recipes. Strong communication and stamina are essential for timely service and collaboration with the dining team.