Full-Time Cook

Wesley Willows; Rockton Township (IL); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer  

Life/AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Telemedicine

Wellness Programs

Employee Assistance Program

Earned wage access (ZayZoon)

Job summary

Wesley Willows in Rockton, IL, is seeking a Full-Time Cook to prepare and cook meals at Highview in the Woodlands. The role offers a rotating schedule from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm and pays $18.00–$20.00 per hour. Join a supportive team dedicated to resident dining experiences in a long-term care setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma, ServeSafe/Food Safety Manager certification, and at least 2 years of institutional cooking. Experience in fine dining is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent (required).
• Active ServeSafe/Food Safety Manager Certification (required).
• Must be 18 years of age to operate potentially hazardous equipment (required).
• 2 years of institutional cooking in long-term care or assisted living (required).
• Institutional cooking, with fine dining experience, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods in line with planned menus, dietary requirements and safety standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen area.
• Assist with food storage and inventory.
• Support special functions and events.
• Work with dining services team to ensure quality service.
• Uphold a safe, efficient, and customer-focused kitchen environment.

Skills

Food safety certification

Institutional cooking experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Full-Time Cook
$18.00-20.00/hour
Full-Time Days
Location:Highview in the Woodlands | Rockton, IL

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: Play an essential role in creating a positive dining experience for residents and guests
• Competitive Pay: $18.00 – $20.00/hour + credit for experience
• Schedule:Full-Time,Rotating schedule 10:30 am - 7:00pm
• Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and cooka variety of foods in accordance with planned menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards
• Operate kitchen equipment
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of the kitchen area
• Assistwith food storage and inventory
• Support special functions and events
• Work collaboratively with the dining services team to ensure quality service
• Uphold a safe, efficient, and customer-focused kitchen environment

What You'll Need:

• High school graduate or equivalent (required)
• Active ServeSafe/Food Safety Managers Certification(required)
• Must be 18 years of age to operate potentially hazardous equipment (required)
• 2 years of institutional cooking in long-term care or assisted living (required)
• Institutional cooking, along with a fine dining experience, is preferred

Benefits Available to Qualified Employees:

• Financial Wellness Perks:Access earned wages before payday throughZayZoon, plus tools and resources to support your financial wellbeing.
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Mail Order Pharmacy
• Telemedicine
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program