Cook

Senior Lifestyle Corporation; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and Vision

Retirement benefits

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Paid time off

DailyPay

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle Corporation is seeking a dedicated cook for a full-time, on-site role in Chicago. You will prepare meals per daily planner and standard recipes, and assist in food service lines during mealtimes while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

Candidates should have production cooking or therapeutic dietary prep experience, strong English communication, and basic Excel/Word skills. Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, vision, retirement, disability coverage, paid time

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate clearly in English.
• Basic computer skills (Excel and Word) required.
• Willingness to obtain food handling and sanitation licenses if not already held.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Food handler license (or willing to obtain)

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

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.