Prep Cook

Bickford Senior Living; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a passionate Prep Cook to join their dynamic culinary team. This role is vital in providing a restaurant-style dining experience for residents, ensuring meals are prepared and served with care. You will be part of a supportive community that values quality of life for seniors, where your contributions directly impact their happiness. With competitive wages and a full suite of benefits, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a nurturing environment. If you are eager to make a difference every day and grow your potential, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with Employer Match

Prescription Savings Plans

529 Savings Plan

Daily Pay Available

Competitive Wages

Supportive Work Environment

Qualifications

• Ability to handle multiple priorities effectively.
• Exhibits a learner’s mindset for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals following menus and serve food timely.
• Interact with residents to enhance their dining experience.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow regulatory requirements.

Skills

Food Preparation

Time Management

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

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Bickford Senior Living provided pay range

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Base pay range

$15.50/hr - $18.00/hr

Starting at $15.50

Join our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as an Prep Cook! The Prep Cook supports the culinary team as they prepare food and serve our residents in our restaurant-style dining experience called the “Bread Basket.”

This position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive wages!
• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k & ROTHk (with employer Match)!
• Benefits start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment! *full-time employees*
• Prescription savings plans!
• 529 Savings Plan for educational expenses!
• A great working environment where purpose is found!
• Pay available daily
  
  
  

"There is no higher calling, no greater purpose than a caregiver. Somehow, we’ve come to believe that caregiving is just for some of us and not all. Yet, at our core, we are all made to love, connect, to extend ourselves in service to others. The question is… do we have the will to love, do what it takes, and risk ourselves in caring, even when the burden is great? In times of happiness and sadness, we are that caregiver” - www.bickfordseniorliving.com/caregivers-manifesto

Responsibilities & Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Prepare meals following Bickford’s menus, processes, and expectations.
• Serve food timely, at the correct temperatures, and appropriately plated.
• Ensure Bickford’s process is followed during meal service.
• Interact with residents in the Dining Room during meals to enhance their dining experience.
• Wash dishes, pots, and pans following Bickford’s dishwashing procedure.
• Follow the Kitchen Daily Task Guide.
• Utilize residents’ Meal Order Information form to follow/track all resident physician ordered diets, allergies, and preferences.
• Maintain food service records in accordance with regulatory requirements and Bickford’s policies.
• Store food in accordance with regulatory requirements and Bickford’s policies.
• Complete assigned tasks from the Kitchen Rotational Cleaning Schedule.
• Maintain kitchen and dining room to meet regulatory requirements and Bickford’s expectations for cleanliness.
• Ensure Bistro/Beverage Bar is stocked with appropriate refreshments.
• Coordinate with Kitchen Manager to ensure appropriate food/refreshments are provided for tours and events.
  
  
  

Qualifications:

• Exhibits “learner’s mindset.”
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Competent in organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  
  
  

ABOUT BICKFORD SENIOR LIVING:

Bickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers who are dedicated to doing whatever it takes to enrich our resident’s happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family. Mary Bickford, the matriarch of the family, was the first resident of a Bickford Branch and our namesake. That location became the start of a tradition of caring that has extended to over 50 locations in 7 states. Although Bickford Senior Living has grown in size… we pride ourselves in the family environment that is the foundation on which Bickford has served thousands of residents and employees throughout the years.

www.bickfordseniorliving.com/our-story

At Bickford, you will…

Make a Difference Every Day

We are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.

Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community

The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.

Ignite Your Potential

We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Management and Manufacturing

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  Hospitals and Health Care

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