Cook

Meridian Senior Living; Carterville (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401K

Telemedicine (1800MD)

Flexible Spending Account

Life Insurance

Long-Term Disability

Voluntary Benefits

Pet Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonus

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Meridian Senior Living is hiring a Cook at Villas of Holly Brook Herrin - Carterville, IL. You will collaborate with the Dining Services Manager to manage food ordering, preparation, and delivery while upholding kitchen sanitation standards.

The role emphasizes nutritious and appealing meals, proactive stock management, and delivering excellent service to residents and visitors. Prior food service experience and a state food handler permit are preferred, with compassion for the elderly a must.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and complete state-required training.
• Six (6) months’ prior experience in a food service department preferred.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.
• Previous experience working with the elderly.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for community food ordering, preparation, and delivery.
• Maintain kitchen sanitation and equipment, ensuring nutrition and appeal.
• Provide excellent service to residents, families, and staff.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job DetailsLevel: EntryJob Location: Villas of Holly Brook Herrin - Carterville, IL 62918Position Type: Part TimeSalary Range: $15.00 - $16.00 Hourly

Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.”

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees.

What makes a great employee, you ask?

We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that team work truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying then making a difference in someone’s life.

What do we offer to these great employees?

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

What else do we offer?

• We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

Details about the Cook position we are hiring for:

As a Cook, you will work closely with our Dining Services Manager and will be responsible for the Community’s food ordering, preparation, and delivery as well as kitchen sanitation. Cook tasks in this role include ensuring food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing fashion, maintaining supplies and equipment, and providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

QualificationsQualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete training as required by State regulations.
• Six (6) months’ prior experience in a food service department preferred.
• Supervisory experience desirable.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.
• Previous experience working with the elderly.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public.
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer