Cook

Compass Senior Living; Vernon (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings plan

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Education reimbursement program

Starting pay from $16 per hour

Job summary

Compass Senior Living in Illinois is seeking a Cook/Dining Aide to support meal preparation, delivery, and kitchen cleanliness in a respectful elder care environment.

You will work under the Dining Services Director to prepare nutritious meals, present attractively, maintain clean, safe workspaces, and assist with onboarding and scheduling. A food handler permit or ability to obtain one is required, with background check as part of hiring.

Qualifications

• Formally trained in the culinary arts or equivalent experience.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers.
• Willingness to learn and work within a team.
• Criminal background check required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals under supervision of the Dining Services Director.
• Ensure meals are nutritious, appetizing, and attractively presented.
• Maintain clean, safe, and orderly work areas.
• Assist orienting new team members and scheduling.
• Adhere to infection control and food safety procedures.

Skills

Culinary training

Team player

Organizational skills

English literacy

Background check

Willingness to learn

Job description

COOK/ DINING AIDE,

join us on our mission to create a senior living revolution where compassion meets innovation!

Who We Are

We are a company built upon a common belief that senior living communities can and should be places of vibrancy and life. We honor, recognize, and empower the extraordinary team members on this journey with us knowing we are making the world of elderhood better together. Our individual differences, life experiences, knowledge, unique capabilities, and talent are significant to our culture, resident experience, and achievements!

What You’ll Do

The Cook is responsible for meal preparation, delivery, and cleanliness under appropriate health department regulations. This position assists in maintaining a positive physical and social environment for the elders.

As a Cook, you can expect a range of responsibilities and tasks. Here are some general expectations:

• You will prep and prepare meals under the guidance of the Dining Services Director.
• You will ensure meals are prepared in a nutritional, appetizing fashion and presented attractively.
• You will help the Dining Services Director orient new team members and schedule.
• You will greet elders, families, visitors, and team members, creating a friendly, positive environment.
• You will ensure equipment is maintained and work areas are clean, safe, and orderly.
• You will adhere to procedures regarding infection control and foodborne illness prevention.

What You’ll Bring

• You will be formally trained in the culinary arts or have equivalent experience as a cook.
• You will bring a willingness to learn and work within a team environment.
• You will bring organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• You will have food handlers permit or be able to get one as required by state regulations.
• You will be willing to learn and work within a team environment.
• You will have good verbal communication and the ability to read, write, and speak English with residents and coworkers who only speak English.
• You will be able to pass a criminal background check.
• You will have the ability to perform job responsibilities with or without accommodation.

What We Offer

• Benefits for all team members, regardless of employment status:
  • Accrue vacation and sick time starting your first day!
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan after 90 days, with employer match after one year.
  • Financial wellness education program.
  • Wellness and Fitness Resources with savings discounts.
  • Early access pay options
  • Career growth through ongoing training programs and mentorship opportunities.
• Additional benefits for full-time team members
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, and Voluntary Benefit options.
  • Employee and Family Assistance Program to support your emotional wellness.
  • Education reimbursement program.
  • Starting pay from $16 pre hour.