Lead Cook - Evenings

NorthShore University HealthSystem; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Lead Cook to join their dynamic kitchen team. In this full-time role, you will assist the Executive Chef in overseeing kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with safety and sanitation standards, and preparing delicious meals for patients and staff. With a focus on professional growth, this position offers opportunities for career advancement within a supportive environment. If you are passionate about culinary arts and have a knack for leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the community.

Benefits

Career Pathways for professional growth

Medical, Dental, Pet, and Vision options

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Wellness Program Savings Plan

Health Savings Account options

Retirement options with company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Community involvement opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of food service experience or two years of leadership experience preferred.
• Illinois Department of Public Health Sanitation Certification within 3 months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Executive Chef in overseeing the Cooks.
• Ensure compliance with local and federal production, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Prepare menu items using standardized recipes for patients and cafeteria.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Leadership

Sanitation Compliance

Menu Preparation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management

ACF Accredited Culinary Program

Job description

Position Highlights:

• Position: Lead Cook
• Hourly Pay Range: $19.31 - $28.00. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.
• Location: Edward Hospital - Naperville, IL
• Full Time | 40 hours/week
• Hours: Monday-Friday, 5am - 1:30 pm or 11am - 7:30pm with rotating weekends and holidays

What you will do:

• This position assists the Executive Chef in overseeing the Cooks.
• Ensures compliance with local and federal production, sanitation, and safety standards.
• Assists in training new staff and reports any malfunctioning equipment to Facilities.
• Functions as a Cook by preparing menu items using standardized recipes for patients, cafeteria, and catering services.

What you will need:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED required; Bachelor's Degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management/Hospitality preferred.
• Completion of an ACF (American Culinary Federation) accredited culinary arts or hospitality management program preferred.
• Certification: Illinois Department of Public Health Sanitation Certification within 3 months of start date.
• Experience: Minimum of five years of food service experience or two years of leadership experience preferred.

Benefits (For full time or part time positions):

• Career Pathways for professional growth and development.
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet, and Vision options.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Free Parking.
• Wellness Program Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account options.
• Retirement options with company match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Community involvement opportunities.

Endeavor Health is a fully integrated healthcare delivery system committed to providing access to quality, community-connected care, serving over 4.2 million residents across six northeast Illinois counties. Our team of over 25,000 members and 6,000 physicians aims to deliver transformative patient experiences and expert care close to home across more than 300 ambulatory locations and eight hospitals, including Edward (Naperville), Elmhurst, Evanston, Glenbrook (Glenview), Highland Park, Northwest Community (Arlington Heights), Skokie, and Swedish (Chicago), all recognized as Magnet hospitals for nursing excellence. For more information, visit www.endeavorhealth.org.

When you work for Endeavor Health, you are encouraged to achieve your career goals and maximize your professional potential.

Visit our website (www.endeavorhealth.org) to learn more about how we fulfill our mission to "help everyone in our communities be their best."

Endeavor Health is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. Please see our main career page for more details.

We value diversity, equity, and inclusion; we believe our strength lies in our differences and in connecting our best to provide community-connected healthcare for all.

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