Cook

Elior; Riverdale (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement (FT)

Job summary

Elior School Dining in Riverdale, IL is seeking an experienced cook to join a fast-paced, high-volume school kitchen. You will prepare scratch-made meals, ensure quality and portions, and present dishes with care.

The role emphasizes safe food handling, teamwork, and customer service in a supportive environment. This is a full-time, on-site position with opportunities for growth within the Elior network.

Qualifications

• At least one year of culinary experience in a quality, high-volume establishment with scratch cooking.
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use kitchen equipment and identify food items; customer service experience required.

Responsibilities

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Maintaining kitchen operations
• Ensuring proper food storage
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

Skills

Culinary experience

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Customer service

Job description

Job Reference Number: 42676

Employment Type: Full-Time, OnsiteSegment: Education

Brand: Elior-School-Dining

Location: Riverdale School

The Role at a glance:

We are looking to add an experienced cook to work with a highly motivated and energetic kitchen staff in our Elior School Dining division. As a cook, you will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, efficient environment and cook delicious meals. If you are driven, passionate about preparing and serving high quality meals, and are looking for an organization that promotes your personal growth, this could be the right role for you. Please read on!

What you'll be doing:

• Quality and portion control
• Food preparation
• Creative food presentation
• Maintaining kitchen
• Ensuring food is stored properly
• Following safe food handling policies, procedures and recipes

What we're looking for:

Must-haves:

• At least one years’ prior culinary experience in a quality and high-volume establishment with an emphasis on scratch cooking
• Working knowledge of proper culinary methods, techniques, and standards.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to perform multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to use various kitchen equipment and tools as well as identify and differentiate food items.
• Customer service experience is required.

Nice-to-haves:

• Food handlers’ certification

Where you'll be working:

Dolton West SD #148

Compensation Range

$15 - $16

Our Benefits:

• Medical (FT Employees)
• Dental
• Vision
• Voluntary UNUM offering for Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity
• Discount Program
• Commuter Benefits (Parking and Transit)
• EAP
• 401k
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
• Tuition Reimbursement (FT Employees)
• Paid Time Off

About Elior School Dining:

Elior School Dining partners with public and charter schools across the country, serving millions of meals that meet NSLP guidelines while exceeding expectations. We create thoughtful, customized dining experiences rooted in fresh food, student voice, and collaboration – fueling school pride, smart choices, and brighter futures with every meal.

About Elior-North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer:

This job description can be revised by management as needed.