Lead Cook – Senior Living Dining & Diet Orders

Accolade Health Care LLC.; Peoria Heights (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision and additional

401k with company match

Paid Leave Policy

Free uniforms after hire

Daily Pay partner

Breakroom refreshments

Employee appreciation events

Job summary

Accolade Healthcare is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team in Peoria Heights, IL. The Cook prepares meals for residents, follows diet orders, and may supervise dining services staff when managers are not present.

This role requires food service experience, the ability to read and follow instructions, and commitment to safety and sanitation. The position offers pay $16.00-$19.00 per hour, benefits, and opportunities to contribute to resident well-being.

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 the recipes.
• Start and finish shift on time.
• Demonstrates leadership.
• Adhere to dining services uniform policy.
• Follows resident dietary orders.
• Assists with salads and desserts.
• Communicates well with staff, residents and guests.
• Adheres to safety and sanitary regulations.

Skills

Food service experience

Lead staff

English communication

Reading and following instructions

Meal preparation

Safety and sanitation

Education

Food Handler Certification

Job description

Accolade Healthcare is seeking a Cook to join our culinary team in Peoria Heights, IL. The Cook prepares meals for residents, follows diet orders, and may supervise dining services staff when managers are not present.

This role requires food service experience, the ability to read and follow instructions, and commitment to safety and sanitation. The position offers pay $16.00-$19.00 per hour, benefits, and opportunities to contribute to resident well-being.