Healthcare Sous Chef

The Garlands of Barrington; Barrington (IL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k (with match)

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Short and long-term disability

Life insurance

Heated underground parking

Upscale Employee break room

Employee referral awards

Employee Assistance Program

Uniforms provided

Job summary

The Garlands of Barrington in Barrington, IL is seeking an experienced cook for a full-time role in a healthcare dining setting. The position requires flexibility for morning or evening shifts, strong customer service, and adherence to safety standards.

Responsibilities include engaging with members and staff, following standardized recipes, and supporting kitchen operations during peak times with a focus on quality and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook in a dietary or healthcare setting.
• Willing to work morning or evening shifts.
• Must maintain high cleanliness and food safety standards.
• Strong communication with staff and members.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes.

Responsibilities

• Greet members warmly and interact with guests by name.
• Communicate feedback to the Executive Chef promptly.
• Walk dining rooms during serving hours to engage customers.
• Respond to member inquiries within 1 business day.
• Ensure kitchen stations are set up and portions controlled.
• Collaborate with chefs on menu planning and special events.

Skills

Cook in healthcare setting

Customer service

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: The Garlands of Barrington - Barrington, IL, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $54000.00 - $57000.00

Annual Salary/$54,000-$57,000

Must be open to morning and evening shifts:

Morning: 6:00 am- 2:30 pm

Evening: 10:45 am- 7:00 pm

Regardless of position, Garlands employees have the unique opportunity to connect with members, create joy and happiness, mentor positive energy, inspire others and, most of all, be inspired.

Benefits for Employees (working 30 hours + per week)

• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401k (with match)
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Life insurance

Benefits for All Employees (Full-time and Part-time)

• Heated, underground parking
• Upscale Employee break room
• Employee referral awards
• Employee Assistance Program
• Uniforms provided

The key focus areas include:

Member and Guest Service

• Proven experience as a cook in a dietary or healthcare setting
• Warmly greet and enthusiastically interact with all members, acknowledging them by name
• Communicate guest feedback or concerns to Executive Chef, Director of Food and Beverage or Executive Director in a timely manner
• Walk through the dining room(s) during serving hours at least once each week, interacting with customers and soliciting their feedback on the food
• Respond to all member inquiries within 1 business day
• Escort customers to their point of destination when asked for directions
• Maintain confidentiality of all members’ and other customers’ personal information

Kitchen Services

• Ensure there are standardized recipes for all menu items
• Work with Executive Chef, Director of Food and Beverage and Dining Room Supervisor on planning at least 1 special themed event a quarter
• Recipe and Menu Development

Food Preparation

• Ensure kitchen lines are completely set up in accordance with standards
• Ensure proper portion controls systems in place and being followed
• Ensure all orders are completed and ready to be picked up by Dining Room staff within standard lead times
• Ensure all food preparation standards meet federal, state and local regulations at all times
• Check daily par levels and place orders if the items are below the par level.
• Be present and working on the line during peak lunch and dinner hours to expedite and assist kitchen staff

Food Storage

• Conduct an inspection of all coolers each day, checking for proper storage, quality of product and par levels
• Ensure all food deliveries are checked in for appropriate quantities and freshness
• Ensure all hot food is kept at or above F140
• Ensure all cold food is kept at or below F40
• Ensure all food items are wrapped, labeled and dated and properly stored according to IDPH standards when not being used
• Ensure food products are being rotated when new products come in (FIFO)
• Ensure a food inventory checklist is completed at the end of every shift and that all “staple” food items are always in stock

Cleanliness

• Conduct a daily walk-thru of the kitchen, checking for cleanliness standards and temperature log compliance
• Ensure all kitchen cleanliness and sanitation meet federal, state and local regulations at all times, including PV kitchens
• Conduct a thorough kitchen walk-thru at least once each week to ensure maintenance and cleanliness of facilities meet expectations and adhere to federal, state and local regulations

Communication

• Ensure pre-shift meetings with kitchen and dining room staff are conducted before lunch and dinner, to review new menu items, special events, training issues
• Ensure a daily production and duty list is prepared and followed through each day by the kitchen staff
• Attend Dining Room department staff meeting
• Attend Food and Beverage meeting
• Meet with Executive Chef to discuss current events and outstanding projects and issues
• Complete Incident Reports, Concern Reports, and Team Member Accident Reports
• Communicate questions, concerns, suggestions, observations, or other comments that could have an effect on customer satisfaction to Executive Chef and Director of Food and Beverage in a timely manner

Training, Development & Support

• Ensure all Kitchen standards and expectations are consistently maintained
• Ensure all Kitchen team members are provided with adequate and appropriate tools and equipment
• Ensure there are labels on all cleaning chemical bottles, specifying the chemicals inside
• Ensure all Kitchen team members are familiar with MSDS sheets, including knowing where they are located, how to read them and how to use them
• Assist with the development of Kitchen department goals and staff training
• Assist all Kitchen team members towards meeting job standards, expectations, department goals and training objectives
• Ensure all Kitchen team members are in full uniform at all times
• Follow up on all Kitchen team members’ questions, concerns, needs, etc in a timely manner

Performance Acknowledgment

• Solicit “accomplishments” from Kitchen team members and report to Executive Chef every month
• Hold Kitchen team members accountable to maintaining standards and expectations, completing corrective counseling with team members in a timely manner

Special Events

• Review all Function Sheets to ensure all food items ordered and on hand for all special events
• Ensure all food is properly prepared and delivered within designated time frames

Qualifications

• Experience leading the culinary area of Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Memory Care
• Strong communication skills