Cook

Senior Lifestyle Corporation; Chicago Heights (IL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

DailyPay

Job summary

Senior Lifestyle Corporation in Chicago Heights seeks a cook to prepare meals per the daily planner and standard recipes, and to work the food line during mealtimes. You will ensure all food complies with safety guidelines and sanitation standards, while delivering responsive service to residents and guests.

The role requires English communication, basic computer skills, and the ability to remain positive and professional with residents and coworkers.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/ or preparing therapeutic diets preferred.
• Clear and effective English communication required.
• Willingness to obtain food handling and sanitation licenses.
• Basic computer skills; entry-level Excel and Word proficiency required.
• Ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Ability to solve practical problems with limited standardization.
• Maintain a positive, friendly demeanor with residents and coworkers.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Cooking experience

English communication

Excel basics

Word basics

Problem solving

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

Food handling license

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

• Pay Rate: $18.00
• 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.