Cook

Yona Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance paid by employer

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions in Chicago, IL is seeking a Cook to join our team and provide warm, friendly hospitality through quality food service. The role emphasizes safe, timely meal prep and adherence to sanitation standards.

Candidates should have proven cook experience, strong safety knowledge, and good communication. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must have proven cook experience and food handling know-how.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines required.
• Ability to prepare meals accurately according to recipes.
• Proficient in operating cookware and kitchen appliances.
• Friendly with good communication and teamwork skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina for long shifts.
• High school diploma or equivalent; background check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under supervision.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving per recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to recipes and menus.
• Adheres to safety and sanitation standards at all times.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns in the dining room.
• Follows sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules for job tasks.
• Cleans kitchen equipment and storage areas thoroughly.
• Labels and dates all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage.
• Manages food handling to prevent contamination and reduce cost.

Skills

Cook experience

Sanitation knowledge

Food prep

Equipment operation

Communication

Physical stamina

Background check

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come rise above with Yona! Our employees are instrumental in maintaining a happy, healthy, and clean environment for the residents. We depend on our team members to be highly motivated, committed, and compassionate individuals who share our vision and work together to attain it. Our work environment encourages responsibility for personal growth and promotes pride in each employee. You will play an essential role in providing warm and friendly hospitality to all the residents, visitors, and coworkers.

Yona is looking for a cook to join the team!

Benefits of Yona

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vison insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Competitive paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Wages on demand
• Discount & wellness programs
• Career growth

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

Requirements

• 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

This posting in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Candidates/employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws.

Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

Yona provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.