Lead Cook – Senior Dining Services

Accolade Healthcare; Savoy (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and additional

401k with company match

Generous Paid Leave Policy

Uniforms after hire

Daily Pay partner

Beverages in breakrooms

Job summary

Accolade Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare meals for residents, ensure meals meet diet orders, and assist with dining services when managers are not present.

Required are at least 2 years of cook experience, Food Handler Certification, and the ability to lead staff. The role emphasizes quality, empathy for residents, and adherence to safety and sanitary regulations in a dynamic long-term care environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in food service is required.
• Minimum 2 years cook experience preferred.
• Food Handler Certification is/will be required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all meals according to recipes.
• Demonstrates leadership.
• Serves all meals in the appropriate dining rooms.
• Follows resident dietary orders.
• Maintains safety and sanitary regulations.

Skills

Reading & following instructions

Meal preparation

Staff leadership

Empathy for older adults

English communication

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Accolade Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Dietary Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare meals for residents, ensure meals meet diet orders, and assist with dining services when managers are not present.

Required are at least 2 years of cook experience, Food Handler Certification, and the ability to lead staff. The role emphasizes quality, empathy for residents, and adherence to safety and sanitary regulations in a dynamic long-term care environment.