Creative Cook - From-Scratch Kitchen (Part-Time)

The Mather in Evanston; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) program

Paid time off

Parking or transit

Wellness spending

Job summary

The Mather is seeking a skilled Cook for our from-scratch kitchen in a luxury senior living residence in Evanston. You’ll prepare fresh meals for multiple dining venues and contribute to the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality.

This part-time role offers paid skills training, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive, people-first workplace. Schedule: Mon-Thu 3:00pm-8:00pm, with opportunities to grow skills in a dynamic culinary culture.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Current sanitation certification.
• Reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance.
• Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults and enjoy working with a senior population.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment.
• Formal culinary training.
• English language proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals with care, consistency and attention to detail in a from‑scratch kitchen environment.
• Uphold the highest standards of quality, safety and hospitality.
• Collaborate with culinary team to create memorable dining experiences for residents.

Skills

Cooking techniques

High‑quality restaurant experience

Communication

Sanitation certification

Reliable attendance

Teamwork

Education

Formal culinary training

Job description

The Mather is seeking a skilled Cook for our from-scratch kitchen in a luxury senior living residence in Evanston. You’ll prepare fresh meals for multiple dining venues and contribute to the highest standards of quality, safety, and hospitality.

This part-time role offers paid skills training, competitive hourly pay, and a supportive, people-first workplace. Schedule: Mon-Thu 3:00pm-8:00pm, with opportunities to grow skills in a dynamic culinary culture.