Cook - Friendly, Resident-Focused Dining

Yona Solutions; Mount Zion (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Wages on demand

Discount program

Wellness program

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions seeks a dedicated Cook to join our team in Mount Zion, IL. You will prepare meals per menus and recipes, maintain high sanitation standards, and contribute to a warm dining experience for residents and staff.

The role emphasizes timely meal preparation, teamwork with the food services director, and adherence to safety guidelines. Our benefits include comprehensive insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and career growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Skilled in preparing meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.
• High school diploma or equivalent; certification in food services is a plus.
• Must provide a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Cook experience

Sanitation knowledge

Food preparation

Communication

Stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Food services certification (plus)

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Yona Solutions seeks a dedicated Cook to join our team in Mount Zion, IL. You will prepare meals per menus and recipes, maintain high sanitation standards, and contribute to a warm dining experience for residents and staff.

The role emphasizes timely meal preparation, teamwork with the food services director, and adherence to safety guidelines. Our benefits include comprehensive insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and career growth opportunities.