Cook

Mather

Wilmette (IL)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 30,651

Part time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off (PTO) program

401(k) program with employer match

Wellness Spending Account

Job summary

A luxury senior living community in Wilmette is seeking an experienced Cook to assist in preparing meals from scratch for residents. This role involves maintaining the highest food quality and standards while working with a culinary team. Full time and part time shifts are available, requiring weekend and holiday availability. Competitive hourly rates and an array of benefits, including paid time off and a 401(k) plan, are offered.

Qualifications

Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, hotel, or senior living company preferred.
Ability to communicate with supervisors and coworkers.
Reliable and punctual attendance.

Responsibilities

Assist in preparing all types of food to maintain high standards.
Help create exceptional dining experiences for residents.
Operate kitchen equipment and tools in hospitality.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques

Teamwork

Effective written communication skills

Job description

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Join a multiple-award-winning workplace as an experienced and versatile Cook who can assist in preparing all types of food, while maintaining the highest quality and standards. You’ll join our culinary team, which makes quality meals from scratch for multiple restaurants within our luxury senior living residence. Help us create exceptional dining experiences for residents, and enjoy competitive hourly rates, full benefits, on-the-job perks, and paid skills training opportunities.

Full time and part time shifts available. Weekend and holiday availability required.

Full time shifts: Sunday 7am - 3pm; Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday 11:30am - 7:30pm

Sunday 6am - 2pm, Monday - Thursday 11:30am - 7:30pm

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Required:

Knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques.
Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel or senior living company preferred.
Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, residents, and guests and to follow standardized recipes.
Able to operate kitchen equipment and tools found within the hospitality/health care industry.
Effective written communication skills, and the ability to read and interpret instructions.
Reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance, to provide timely service to internal and external customers and to support uninterrupted business operations.
Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults and enjoy working with a senior population.
Ability to work productively in a team environment.

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The hourly base wage range is a good faith estimate of the range Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual hourly base wage paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, geographic location and market changes. The position is also eligible to participate in Mather benefit plans and Employee Appreciation Fund.

Hourly Pay Range: $20 USD - $22.25 USD

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

Medical, dental, and vision plans
Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Extended illness benefits
Employee wellness programs
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life insurance is available to benefit eligible team members.

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About Mather Place

Mather Place is an independent living rental community for those 62 and better, located in the heart of Chicago’s North Shore in Wilmette, Illinois—a short walk from Old Orchard shopping center. Mather Place includes 179 independent living apartment homes, as well as two restaurants, a fitness center, an art studio, a library, and more.

Mather Place is located at 2801 Old Glenview Road in Wilmette.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non‑denominational, not‑for‑profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well SM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young‑at‑heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work ®, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

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