Cook

Eden Senior Care; Burr Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision benefits

Vacation/Holiday/Sick time

And a lot more!

Job summary

Vista Senior Living Management's Eden Vista Burr Ridge is hiring a full-time cook to join our healthcare kitchen team. Responsibilities include preparing meals for seniors, maintaining safety and sanitation, and ensuring high-quality presentation. Morning shifts with varying days from 6 AM to 2 PM or 9 AM to 5 PM.

Experience in senior care settings and a State Sanitation license are preferred. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in cooking in a healthcare setting, with knowledge of modified diets/mechanically altered diets.
• Must have State sanitation license.
• Experience using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Very good communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.).
• Cook food using various utensils or grillers.
• Monitor food while cooking and stir or turn as needed.
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before serving.
• Keep a sanitized and orderly kitchen environment.
• Store food and other items properly.
• Check quality of ingredients.
• Monitor stock and place orders when shortages occur.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Job description

Vista Senior Living Management is the dedicated senior living division of our organization, focused exclusively on the operation and growth of senior living communities. With more than 30 communities across multiple states, we specialize in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. Our mission is to provide outstanding care rooted in compassion, humility, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of our residents. We strive to create communities where residents receive personalized support, families have confidence in their care, and team members are empowered to succeed.

Our Eden Vista Burr Ridge is seeking an amazing Full-time Cook!

Position

Cook (Full-time)

• 2 full-time positions available
• 6 AM to 2 PM - days vary
• 9 AM to 5 PM - days vary
• Experience in Senior Care setting is preffered
• ServSafe or State Sanitation license is preffered
• $18-$20/hour

Job Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Requirements

• Experience in cooking in a healthcare setting with knowledge of modified diets/mechanically altered diets
• Must have State sanitation license
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina

Benefits

Employees who join Eden Vista Burr Ridge can expect competitive wages and the following benefits package (dependent upon employment status):

• Health, Dental and Vision benefits
• Vacation/Holiday/Sick time
• And a lot more!

Job Type

Full-time