Cook

Trulee Evanston; Evanston (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a premier senior living community as a Cook, where you will create meaningful dining experiences. This role requires a passion for cooking and serving, with responsibilities including maintaining high standards of cleanliness and food quality. You'll work in a supportive environment that values compassion and teamwork.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement benefits

Comprehensive medical plan with discounts

Dental, vision, life, disability benefits

401(k) Plan

Paid holidays and time off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of restaurant or senior living cooking experience.
• Ability to make independent decisions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization standards.
• Produce and serve menu cycle programs compliant with nutritional criteria.
• Cook efficiently with speed and accuracy.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to follow standardized recipes

Teamwork and cooperation

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Cook - Trulee Evanston

Do you have a passion for cooking and a heart for serving others? At Trulee Evanston, a premier senior living community, we believe that great meals are at the heart of great living. We’re looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic Cook to join our culinary team and help create meaningful dining experiences for our residents every day.

• Flexible Schedule Required: Weekends Required

About Solera

At Solera Senior Living we are guided by our Core Values: Compassion, Commitment, Communication, Creativity. We are looking for compassionate individuals who want to join our team!

What can Solera offer you?

• A growing company that offers opportunities for growth
• Immediate pay options
• Tuition reimbursement benefits
• A great team of co-workers
• Comprehensive medical plan with discounts
• Dental, vision, life, disability benefits
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid holidays and time off
• Perks and discount programs
• Employee Assistance Program

We strive to think outside the box, utilize technology to improve lives, and make a meaningful difference in our community. Our leadership team is passionate about seniors and their families, dedicated to helping others grow and thrive.

Solera’s Core Values:

• Compassion
• Commitment
• Communication
• Creativity

If our story resonates with you and you want to LOVE what you do every day, we want to meet you!

Cook Overview & Responsibilities

The Cook provides hands-on production cooking in a community culinary program, maintaining high standards of quality, service, and cleanliness.

• Maintain cleanliness, sanitation, and organization standards.
• Adhere to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards.
• Produce and serve menu cycle programs compliant with nutritional and dietary criteria.
• Cook efficiently with speed and accuracy.
• Show knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.
• Visit residents to evaluate food service and make improvements.
• Practice excellent customer service with residents, guests, and coworkers.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver all meals.
• Maintain a sanitary work environment and comply with local codes.
• Inspect storage and supply areas.
• Complete administrative duties related to equipment and supplies.
• Keep dining areas clean and orderly.
• Obtain and maintain Serv Safe/Food Handler’s Permit.
• Assist with diet changes and special diets per physician’s orders.
• Prepare food for activities and events.
• Interact tactfully and professionally with residents, families, and visitors.
• Encourage teamwork and cooperation.
• Support a professional image through actions and dress.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of restaurant or senior living cooking experience.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and menus, including therapeutic diets.
• Ability to make independent decisions.
• Effective communication skills.
• High personal integrity and genuine concern for older adults.
• Must receive the annual Flu vaccine unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care