Compassionate Cook — Paid Training & Growth

Apis Services, Inc.; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

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Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Programs

Employee Referral Bonuses

Company-Paid Training

Job summary

Abraxas Youth and Family Services - Southwood Interventions in Chicago, IL seeks a Cook to prepare meals per the facility's menu, maintain sanitation standards, and support dining operations across healthcare center and cafeteria settings.

The position emphasizes compassionate, dependable, and patient teamwork with paid training, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities within a mission-driven organization.

Qualifications

• 1 year prior experience in food preparation in commercial, military, or institutional setting strongly preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Food Safety certification required.

Responsibilities

• Cook food as directed in the operational menu plan for the facility food service operation.
• Prepare meals according to scheduling and sanitation standards; ensure QA of all foods and supplies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of food preparation and handling techniques.
• General knowledge of safety and sanitation rules and practices.
• Ability to work well independently with proper direction.
• Responsible for hot food preparation, including accompaniments and garnishes.
• Prepares hot entrees, soups and vegetables according to sheets/recipes for dining room service.
• Completes food temperature checks each meal and production records.
• Stores food items properly at close of meal service.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Patient

Team-Oriented

Service-Focused

Professional

Positive

Committed to Helping Others

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Food Safety certification

Job description

Abraxas Youth and Family Services - Southwood Interventions in Chicago, IL seeks a Cook to prepare meals per the facility's menu, maintain sanitation standards, and support dining operations across healthcare center and cafeteria settings.

The position emphasizes compassionate, dependable, and patient teamwork with paid training, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities within a mission-driven organization.