COOK- FULL TIME 6:30AM-2:30PM

The Birches, L.L.C.; Clarendon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted meals

Retirement plan

Wellness program

Referral bonuses

Paid time off

Education reimbursement

Job summary

The Birches, L.L.C. in Illinois is seeking a full-time Cook to provide high-quality food service for residents in a senior living community.

The role operates 6:30 AM–2:30 PM on a rotating schedule, including every other weekend, with opportunities to pick up overtime when available. Responsibilities include preparing meals per regulatory standards under the Dining Services Director, and ensuring safety and sanitation throughout the kitchen.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years cooking experience in hospital/long-term care/food service.
• Food Handlers Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure high-quality food service at all times.
• Prepare food per current standards and regulations.
• Read, write, and speak English to communicate with residents and staff.
• Lead and supervise team members as needed.
• Adhere to dietary procedures and safety policies.

Skills

English proficiency

Leadership

Prioritization

Communication

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Food Handlers Certification

2 years cooking experience

Job description

(1) Opening- FULL TIME 6:30AM-2:30PM (every other Sat/Sun; ability to pick up overtime when needed)

What You’ve Been Looking For: A Workplace to Call Home

All hours and positions are permanently scheduled so you can plan ahead for vacations and personal time! It is up to our team members if they want to pick up additional shifts beyond their agreed hours. Our live scheduling software makes it easy to see what is your schedule for the week, and what is available if you want some extra hours!

• Privately owned & operated small business for more than 20 years; no corporate structure with tenure leadership
• Discounted, homemade employee meals
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Retirement Savings Program
• A business looking for long-term partnerships with its members
• On the job training and education accommodations
• Employee wellness and Successful Aging support
• Cross training into multiple departments to meet career goals
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses s: $1000/person hired
• Part time members (working less than 32 hours/week) qualify for PLT accrual based on hours worked throughout the year

Additional Benefits for employees working more than 32 hours/week or more:

• Medical Insurance with 3 different offerings
• 1 st year: 2-3 weeks accrued paid leave time
• 5 th year:3-4 weeks accrued paid leave time
• 10 th year or more 4-5 weeks accrued paid leave time
• 6 paid holidays (double-time if working on the holiday)
• Life Insurance
• Short term/ long term disability
• Voluntary Life Insurance
• Continuing Education Reimbursement

SUMMARY

When you join The Birches, you join a Successful Aging Community that believes in the positive aging lifestyle. We believe that each one of us has, within ourselves, the power to live longer and healthier lives by taking care our Spiritual, Physical, Intellectual, and Social health. And as a community, we work together to support our residents to discover what’s possible and make a real difference in the lives of our residents. As a Cook you are not just bringing happiness by making good food but bringing the community together and creating memories for our residents and their families.

The primary purpose of your job position is to assure that quality food service is provided at all times and to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, as established by the policies and procedures under the direction of the Dining Services Director.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Must have, as a minimum, 2 years cooking experience in a hospital, long-term care community, restaurant, or other food service community. Or, a graduate of an accredited course in dietetic training approved by the American Dietic Association.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

Must be able to read, write, and speak English language to connect with senior population.

Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Possess leadership ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.

Ability to prioritize and delegate tasks.

Be able to follow written and oral instructions.

Possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.

Knowledge of dietary procedures, as well as related laws, regulations and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.

Must be able to cook a variety of foods in large quantities.

Maintaining the care and use of supplies, equipment, appearance of work area (i.e. inspection of service areas for sanitization, order, safety).

Must attend and participate in continuing education programs.

Must adhere to dress code as per community policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Must have, as a minimum, 2 years cooking experience in a hospital, long-term care community, restaurant, or other food service community. Or, a graduate of an accredited course in dietetic training approved by the American Dietic Association.
• Must have, at minimum, a Food Handlers Certification

Hiring PAY RANGE based on EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Minimum to Maximum: $17.50/hour- $19.50/hour