Lead Cook & Dietary Services Supervisor

Archway Management; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Archway Management is seeking a Cook to perform designated work and cleaning in the Dietary Department, preparing meals correctly and timely while supervising staff. The Cook reports to the Dietary Manager and may oversee staff in the manager’s absence.

Responsibilities include portioning meals, serving residents, covering for absentee staff, recording temperatures, and maintaining sanitation per health regulations. Flexible hours and inventory tracking support are expected.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, understand, and follow recipes, production sheets, and diet orders.
• Ability to read tray tickets and understand employee responsibilities and flows.
• Knowledge of resident information and preferences in computer systems.
• ServSafe certification required or obtainable within first 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion hot and cold menu items according to the menu and recipe.
• Serve resident meals at correct service times.
• Cover for staff calling out due to illness.
• Maintain sanitation per state health regulations and safe work environment.

Skills

Recipe reading

Resident info systems

Education

High School or Culinary Tech Graduate

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Archway Management is seeking a Cook to perform designated work and cleaning in the Dietary Department, preparing meals correctly and timely while supervising staff. The Cook reports to the Dietary Manager and may oversee staff in the manager’s absence.

Responsibilities include portioning meals, serving residents, covering for absentee staff, recording temperatures, and maintaining sanitation per health regulations. Flexible hours and inventory tracking support are expected.