Cook

Breakers at Edgewater Beach; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle is hiring a kitchen associate for Breakers at Edgewater Beach to provide high quality meals for residents, guests and staff. You will follow daily planners, prepare meals, and work the food line during mealtimes.

Role emphasizes safety, sanitation, and resident satisfaction, plus maintaining a positive demeanor. English communication and basic computer skills (Excel/Word) are required, with full-time, hourly pay of $20 and eligible benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking or therapeutic diets is preferred.
• Clear English communication is required.
• Willing to obtain required food handling and sanitation licenses.
• Basic computer skills with Excel and Word are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare foods using daily planner and standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure food and kitchen sanitation and safety guidelines are met.
• Respond to resident and guest needs promptly.
• Maintain a positive, professional demeanor with residents and coworkers.

Skills

Food prep

English

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Food handling licenses

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

• Community Name: Breakers at Edgewater Beach
• Compensation: from USD 20 - hourly

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for providing high quality meals to the residents, guests and staff.

Job Description

Salary $20.00 - Full Time

• Prepare all food using the daily planner and SLC standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure that all food meets safety guidelines and that all kitchen areas meet sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure resident and guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• You need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• You have and/or are willing to obtain the necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
• You have basic computer skills. Entry level proficiency with Excel and Word is required.
• You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.