Cook

Legacy Healthcare LLC; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantara Palos Heights seeks a passionate Cook to join their team, providing exceptional food service to residents in a skilled nursing facility. Responsibilities include food preparation, ensuring dietary needs are met, and maintaining food safety standards. This is a full-time entry-level position in a supportive environment focused on high-quality care.

Benefits

Daily pay

Competitive wages

Tuition reimbursement

Internal growth opportunities

Short-term and long-term disability insurance options

Employee concierge program

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum 10th grade education required.
• Prior skilled nursing foodservice experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and ensure residents receive appropriate food items for each meal.
• Record temperatures to ensure food safety.
• Follow recipes for large volumes of food.

Skills

Food preparation

Attention to detail

Knowledge of dietary needs

Education

10th grade education

Job description

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Base pay range

$18.50/hr - $18.50/hr

Welcome to Avantara Palos Heights, a premier skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in the charming community of Palos Heights, Illinois. We are proud to have earned the prestigious Gold Seal of Approval Certification from The Joint Commission for Post-Acute Care and Nursing Care, showcasing our commitment to providing the highest standards of healthcare quality and safety. At Avantara Palos Heights, we combine advanced rehabilitation therapies with personalized, compassionate care to ensure that each resident receives exceptional support on their road to recovery.

Situated in a beautiful suburban area, Palos Heights is known for its highly rated public schools, abundant parks, and vibrant community life. Many notable residents call this neighborhood home, adding to its welcoming and prestigious atmosphere. If you’re passionate about delivering outstanding care and want to work in a facility that values excellence, Avantara Palos Heights offers an enriching environment for healthcare professionals looking to grow their careers.

Are you looking for a rewarding career in Skilled Nursing? We are currently searching for Cooks to join our friendly, caring and supportive team!

Avantara Palos Heights is rapidly growing and our team is looking to invest in Cooks by providing opportunities to further your career and with the tools and encouragement you need to succeed. We offer great benefits including:

• Daily pay.
• Competitive wages.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• *Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
• Employee concierge program.
• Employee assistance program.
• And more!
• Please note that benefit packages vary based on hours worked.
  
  
  

As a Cook you will provide residents with one of their favorite parts of the day! Your work ensure our residents receive the high standard of food quality they have grown to expect at Avantara Palos Heights by preparing and ensuring residents receive the appropriate food items for each meal in accordance to their dietary needs, ensuring the safety of food and equipment by recording temperatures, and following recipes for preparing large volumes of food. Our residents will depend on your knowledge, skills, and attention to detail to ensure they receive a pleasant and safe dining experience.

To be eligible for consideration applicants should have:

As a minimum, a tenth (10th) grade education. Prior Skilled Nursing Foodservice experience is preferable but we are willing to invest in the right candidate!

Located at 7850 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL 60463, Avantara Palos Heights is nestled in a scenic area with convenient access to local parks, top-rated schools, and a strong sense of community. The peaceful suburban setting, combined with proximity to major routes, makes it an ideal location for both work and life. Join our compassionate team today and become part of a facility recognized for its dedication to improving the lives of our residents while enjoying the benefits of one of Illinois' most desirable neighborhoods.

Avantara Palos Heights is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, expression or orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, disability, or status as a disabled or Vietnam-era veteran. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or reference this information, or any information relating to any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Avantara Palos Heights never requests or sends money, payment transfers, direct deposit, or Social Security Number (SSN) information as part of their recruitment process.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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