Cook - PRN

Chicago Behavioral Hospital; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance (2x salary)

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Long term disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Cafeteria on site

Job summary

Chicago Behavioral Hospital seeks a PRN Cook to prepare nutritious meals for patients and staff, following approved menus and production sheets. You will work approximately four shifts per month, ensuring safety, portion control, and appealing presentation.

Join our team to support patient nutrition and staff meals. Benefits include health insurance, paid time off, and other voluntary programs. This role requires two years of quantity cooking experience and basic sanitation knowledge.

Qualifications

• Must have at least two years' experience in quantity cooking.
• Basic knowledge of modified diets; food handler permit required.
• Experience with industrial kitchen equipment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals for patients and staff per approved menus.
• Ensure meals meet portion, taste, and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor and inventory food and supplies.
• Assist with dietary needs and requests.
• Collaborate with Dietary Aides and Nutrition team.

Skills

Healthcare kitchen experience

Tools

Industrial kitchen equipment

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A COOK! Schedule: PRN (4) Shifts expected per month.

Your Work Matters

How will you make a difference?

The Cook plays a vital role in providing nutritious, appealing meals that support the health and recovery of our patients and staff. You’ll prepare and serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to approved menus and production sheets, ensuring quality, safety, and satisfaction for every meal served.

The Cook Is Responsible For The Following

• Prepare and serve meals for patients and staff following approved menu cycles and production sheets.
• Ensure all meals meet portion, taste, and presentation standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment at all times.
• Follow proper food handling and sanitation procedures.
• Monitor and maintain inventory of food and supplies.
• Assist with food preparation for special dietary needs and requests.
• Collaborate with the Dietary Aides and Nutrition team to ensure smooth kitchen operations.

Your Experience Matters What We’re Looking For

Experience

Previous experience in a healthcare, institutional, or commercial kitchen preferred. Basic knowledge of food service sanitation and safety standards required.

Your Care Matters What We Provide For Our Team

• 401(k) + matching
• Health insurance
• 100% company-paid life insurance coverage up to 2x your annual salary
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 100% company-paid long term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Cafeteria on site + discounted meals
• Employee engagement events
• Employee assistance program
• Employee recognition program
• Free parking
• Shift differential available depending on the shift

What Sets Us Apart

• Career & training development opportunities
• Dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Engaged management team dedicated to your success
• A guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirations

Disclaimer: Select benefits are available to full-time positions only. Benefits are subject to change at the discretion of Chicago Behavioral Hospital.

Compensation

This is a PRN role, and the expected compensation range for this position is $20.00 per hour. Join us as our Cook!

Qualifications

Education/Experience: Must have at least two (2) years experience in quantity cooking, a basic knowledge of modified diets; training in food service sanitation and possession of food service food handler’s permit as required; experience utilizing industrial kitchen equipment and utensils; and some prior kitchen supervisory experience helpful.

Chicago Behavioral Hospital Offers Competitive Rates And Benefits Including

• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid time off
• Short term & long term disability
• Life insurance
• Shift Differential
• Overtime

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Chicago Behavioral Hospital we value a diverse, inclusive workforce and we provide equal employment opportunity for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

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