Cook

Pavilion of Ottawa; Ottawa (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Innovative Training Programs

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pavilion of Ottawa is looking for a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents while ensuring proper food handling and safety techniques. This role involves reviewing menus, inspecting diet trays, and working closely with the facility's culinary director.

Candidates should possess a High School Diploma or GED and have cooking experience in a healthcare setting. The position offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth in a respectful and supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two or more years of cooking experience in a hospital or skilled nursing care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve resident meals using proper food handling techniques.
• Inspect special diet trays to assure the correct diet is served.
• Coordinate meal service with other departments as necessary.

Skills

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Ability to read recipes and convert ingredients

Ability to cook a variety of foods in large quantities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Two or more years of cooking experience in a related medical facility

Job description

Pavilion of Ottawa is seeking a Cook to join their team! The cook prepares and serves resident meals using proper food handling and safety techniques resulting in foods that meet the nutritional guidelines and safety standards, treating our residents with respect. At this facility, this is a collectively bargained position under the union.

Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the Pavilion Healthcare team and make a real difference in the lives of others. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Cook with us at a Pavilion Center.

Cook Duties and Responsibilities

• Reviews menus prior to preparation of food.
• Inspects special diet trays to assure that the correct diet is served to the resident.
• Performs administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submits to management.
• Coordinates meal service with other departments as necessary.
• Works with the facility’s culinary director as necessary and implements recommended changes as required.
• Ensures that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Ensures that menus are maintained and filed in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in establishing food service production lines, etc., to assure that meals are prepared on time.
• Processes diet changes and new diets as received from nursing and dietary staff
• Takes pride in the preparation and presentation of the residents’ meals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Cook Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Must be able to read recipes and convert ingredients to different serving sizes.
• Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.

Cook Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two or more years of cooking experience in a hospital, skilled nursing care facility, or other related medical facility preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Pavilion Healthcare Full-Time Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

Why Pavilion?

At Pavilion Healthcare, people come first—those we care for and those who make that care possible. We’re a team that listens, supports, and grows together, united by a passion for making a difference every day. From your first day forward, you’ll feel the impact of a culture built on respect, belonging, and continuous growth. With hands‑on training, real mentorship, and opportunities to advance, we empower you to thrive because when you grow, so does the care we deliver. Join Pavilion and be part of something meaningful.

Apply to Join a Growing Team Today!

Pavilion Healthcare provides long and short-term skilled nursing care.At Pavilion, we are committed to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well‑being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations. As part of this empathetic, respectful culture of care, we are dedicated to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome – our number one goal.

We don’t just offer care for you – we care about you.

Pavilion Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.