Compassionate Senior Living Cook

Cedarhurst of OFallon; O'Fallon (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match

GROW Points

Skechers discounts

Early paycheck access

Job summary

Cedarhurst Senior Living in O'Fallon, IL is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, following established menus and recipes. The role emphasizes food safety, portion control, and on-time service to support residents’ health and dining experience.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of cooking experience, a Food Manager Certification, and comfort using basic computer tools and health-record systems.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least 1 year experience as a cook preferred.
• Food Manager Certification required or ability to obtain.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve foods according to menu cycles and recipes.
• Taste and assess food quality.
• Meet dietary needs and portion controls.
• Document temperature logs and cleaning schedules.
• Assist with training of new kitchen staff.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures.

Skills

Cook experience

Food safety

Food handling

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Electronic Health Records

HR systems

Job description

Cedarhurst Senior Living in O'Fallon, IL is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare high-quality, nutritious meals for residents, following established menus and recipes. The role emphasizes food safety, portion control, and on-time service to support residents’ health and dining experience.

Ideal candidates have at least 1 year of cooking experience, a Food Manager Certification, and comfort using basic computer tools and health-record systems.