Line Cook

Mather; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Mather as a Cook in Evanston, Illinois, where you'll be part of a culinary team that creates exceptional dining experiences for our senior residents. This full-time position includes competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and comprehensive benefits, along with opportunities for on-the-job skills training in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Generous PTO program

401(k) program with employer match

Wellness Spending Account

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Qualifications

• Prior experience in high-quality dining environments preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals while adhering to high standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment and follow standardized recipes.
• Work collaboratively within the culinary team to create dining experiences.

Skills

Knowledge of cooking techniques

Ability to communicate effectively

Teamwork

Punctuality

Sensitivity to older adults' needs

Education

Experience in high-quality restaurant or hotel

Job description

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Join a multiple-award-winning workplace as an experienced and versatileCook who can assist in preparing all types of food, while maintaining the highest quality and standards. You’ll join our culinary team, which makes quality meals from scratch for multiple restaurants within our luxury senior living residence. Help us create exceptional dining experiences for residents, and enjoy competitive hourly rates, full benefits, on-the-job perks, and paid skills training opportunities.

Full-time position available, with the following schedule: Sunday 6:00am-2:00pm, Monday through Saturday 12:00pm-8:00pm.

Full-time position available, Flexible schedule12:00pm-8:00pm. weekends are required.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS
Required:

• Knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques.
• Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel or senior living company preferred
• Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, residents, and guests and to follow standardized recipes.
• Able to operate kitchen equipment and tools found within the hospitality/health care industry.
• Effective written communication skills, and the ability to read and interpret instructions.
• Reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance, to provide timely service to internal and external customers and to support uninterrupted business operations.
• Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults and enjoy working with a senior population.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment

The hourly base wage range is a good faith estimate of the range Mather reasonably expects to pay for this position at the time of the posting. The actual hourly base wage paid to an individual will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to specific skills or certifications, years of experience, geographic location and market changes. The position is also eligible to participate in Mather benefit plans andEmployee Appreciation Fund.

Hourly Pay Range: $19.50 USD - $22 USD

Mather offers a competitive benefits package.*

Team members are eligible for:

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better)
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations)
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance - free to all team members

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather:

The Mather is a Life Plan Community for those age 62 and better located in Evanston, Illinois, close to the charming downtown district and an abundance of public transportation. The Mather includes 240 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory care, long-term care, and rehabilitation services, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens, and more.

The Mather is located at 425 Davis Street in Evanston.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age Well SM , we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work , and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care and Hospitality

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