Health Center Prep Cook - Full Time

FREEDOM POINTE AT THE VILLAGES, LLC; Lincolnshire (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Prep Cook to enhance their culinary team. In this hands-on role, you will be responsible for preparing meals for various occasions while ensuring the highest standards of quality and cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have a passion for food service and hospitality, with a commitment to maintaining superior service. This position offers a supportive work environment with a generous benefits package, including health insurance and flexible hours. If you thrive in a culinary setting and are eager to contribute to a vibrant community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

Employee Meal Program

Free Meals

Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays

Life/AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Hours

Free In-house Gym Membership

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year experience in food preparation is required.
• Ability to implement necessary plans for proper food service.

Responsibilities

• Prep meals for lunch, dinner, and special events.
• Follow food handling and preparation guidelines.

Skills

Food Preparation

Sanitation Practices

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Food Safety Certification (Serv-Safe)

Job description

Freedom Pointe at The Villages | Lincolnshire, IL 60069

Rate of Pay: $17 - 20 per hour, depending on experience

Sedgebrook is recruiting for a hospitality-focused Prep Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands-on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department. You will be responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times.

We offer a generous benefits package for eligible employees which includes:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance - benefits package beginning the 1st of the month for full-time employees
• Employee Meal Program
• Free Meals
• Short- & Long-term Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Hours
• Free In-house Gym Membership
• Competitive Wages

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Prep Cook:

• Prep meals for lunch, dinner, and special events, as well as handling cold food prep and baking details
• Follow proper handling, preparation, and holding guidelines
• Take temperatures and maintain sufficient quantities of food, avoiding over-production and food waste
• Properly present all food items and provide maximum appeal and freshness

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of one year experience in food preparation
• Ability to initiate and implement necessary plans to assure proper food service
• Certificate in food service sanitation (Serv-Safe) or ability to attain after employment

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement, please apply; we'd love to get to know you!