Cook - Healthcare facility

Archway Management; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearl of Rolling Meadows in Rolling Meadows, IL, seeks a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents, following dietary requirements and offering alternatives as needed. You will help create pleasant dining experiences in a supportive healthcare environment.

The ideal candidate has hospital or facility dietary experience, strong food preparation skills, and a compassionate attitude toward older adults. High school diploma required; emphasis on safety, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures and food service practices.
• Ability to prepare a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Experience in healthcare settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, appealing meals per menus and dietary requirements.
• Cook in large quantities while preserving quality, taste, and presentation.
• Follow dietary restrictions and provide appropriate alternatives.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized kitchen and prep areas.
• Adhere to sanitation and hygienic practices and follow instructions.
• Collaborate with dietary and healthcare team members.
• Communicate effectively with residents and coworkers.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation

Hygienic practices

Communication skills

Teamwork

Following directions

Confidentiality

Professional demeanor

Empathy for older adults

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Dietary experience in healthcare facility (preferred)

Job description

COOK

Pearl of Rolling Meadows

Join a compassionate healthcare team where your cooking skills make a meaningful difference every day. As a Cook, you'll prepare nutritious, delicious meals that support residents' health and well-being while working in a welcoming environment that values teamwork, quality, and your dedication to exceptional service.

About the Position

As a Cook at Pearl of Rolling Meadows, you will play an important role in creating enjoyable dining experiences for our residents. You will prepare and assist with breakfast, lunch, and dinner while following established dietary requirements and providing appropriate meal alternatives based on individual resident needs.

This is an opportunity to use your cooking skills in a rewarding healthcare environment where the meals you prepare are an important part of our residents' daily lives.

What You'll Do

• Prepare nutritious and appealing meals in accordance with established menus and dietary requirements.
• Prepare food in large quantities while maintaining quality, taste, and presentation.
• Follow special dietary restrictions and provide appropriate alternatives when needed.
• Follow proper food preparation, sanitation, and hygienic practices.
• Follow verbal and written instructions accurately.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and food preparation area.
• Work cooperatively with dietary and healthcare team members.
• Communicate effectively with coworkers, residents, and others as necessary to perform job responsibilities.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and respect each individual's privacy.
• Demonstrate good judgment, initiative, and professionalism in daily activities.
• Help create a positive and welcoming dining experience for residents.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for someone who is dependable, caring, and takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience as a cook; institutional cooking experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food preparation, sanitation, and hygienic methods.
• A sincere desire to work with older adults and individuals who may have limited capacity for self-care.
• The ability to work respectfully with individuals who have a wide range of personalities, needs, and levels of independence.
• The ability to follow verbal and written directions.
• Creative initiative and mature judgment when making appropriate decisions.
• A courteous, empathetic, and professional attitude.
• The ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• A professional appearance and demeanor.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to accommodate the needs of the work schedule.
• The mental and physical ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least one year of dietary experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, healthcare facility, or related setting is preferred, but not required.
• Ability to prepare a variety of foods in large quantities.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures and food service practices.

Why Join Our Team?

At Pearl of Rolling Meadows, the work you do matters. Every meal you prepare is an opportunity to bring comfort, nourishment, and enjoyment to someone else's day. We value team members who bring compassion, reliability, professionalism, and pride to their work.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Our company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, this company complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.