Cook

Sedgebrook; Mokena (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Clarendale Mokena in Mokena, IL is seeking a part-time Cook to prepare and serve high-quality meals for residents, while upholding food safety and service standards.

You will work with a team in a warm, resident-focused environment, following recipes, meeting dietary needs, and helping with meal service and cleanup.

The role emphasizes hospitality, quality, teamwork, and delivering an exceptional dining experience to seniors every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Culinary degree is preferred.
• One year of cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living community, or similar setting.
• Passion for hospitality and serving others.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Ensure presentation, taste, and temperature meet expectations.
• Follow dietary and nutritional requirements for residents.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness throughout the kitchen.
• Assist with meal service and dishwashing as needed.
• Engage with residents to gather feedback and enhance dining experience.
• Support a welcoming, hospitality-driven culture contributing to resident satisfaction.

Skills

Cooking

Hospitality mindset

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree preferred

Job description

Cook (Part-Time)

At Clarendale Mokena, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day. Our residents bring a lifetime of experiences, stories, and wisdom, and you'll play an important role in creating exceptional dining experiences that enrich their lives. When you join our team, you're joining a company that invests in its employees, values hospitality, and creates opportunities for growth.

Pay Rate: Starting at $20/hour with flexible shifts (every other weekend required)

Why Join Us?

• Work in a warm, resident-focused environment
• Be part of a team dedicated to exceptional hospitality
• Make a difference in the lives of seniors every day
• Join a company committed to employee development and success

What You'll Do

As a Cook, you will be responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals while maintaining the highest standards of food safety, cleanliness, and customer service.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking menu items according to established recipes and quality standards
• Ensuring food presentation, taste, and temperature meet expectations
• Following dietary and nutritional requirements for residents
• Maintaining sanitation, cleanliness, and organization throughout the kitchen
• Assisting with meal service and dishwashing as needed
• Engaging with residents to gather feedback and enhance their dining experience
• Supporting a welcoming and hospitality-driven culture that contributes to resident satisfaction

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Culinary degree preferred
• At least one year of cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living community, or similar setting
• Passion for hospitality and serving others
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Strong commitment to quality, teamwork, and customer service

Clarendale Mokena is an Equal Opportunity Employer.