Prep Cook - Full-Time All Shifts

Watermark Retirement Communities; Illinois; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking community dedicated to enhancing the lives of seniors through meaningful interactions and exceptional dining experiences. As a Prep Cook, you will play a vital role in our kitchen, where you will not only prepare meals but also create lasting relationships with our residents. This position offers a supportive environment with experienced staff ready to mentor you. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Enjoy flexible hours, competitive wages, and a rewarding career in a company that values diversity and personal growth.

Benefits

Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Competitive Wages

Excellent Benefits

Easy Shift Scheduling with Mobile App

Recognition and Rewards Program

Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay

401k Program

Associate Discounts

Education and Training Programs Available

Qualifications

• 1 year of kitchen experience preferred, but training is available.
• Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cooking and dishwashing, ensuring a positive dining experience.
• Interact with residents and provide excellent service.

Skills

Basic Cooking Skills

Team Player

Following Recipes

Excellent Work Ethic

Willingness to Learn

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a Prep Cook who will also help serve on our Buffet Line.
On the job training available.

Desirable hours:

37.5 hours a week with full-time benefits
Flexible Schedule, rotating weekends required.

Very rewarding work interacting with our clientele.

* This community is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois.

Watermark Retirement Communities is one of the Top 25 Best Workplaces in Senior Housing for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and Home Healthcare. For over 30 years, we’ve been a company that celebrates people, their stories, and their meaningful interactions—because every interaction matters! Watermark is focused on keeping our communities healthy and our residents thriving through leading-edge technology and well-being programs that benefit our entire Watermark family.

Click here to learn more about our amazing benefits!

• Work Today, Get Paid Tomorrow!
• Get Early Access to Earned Income!!
• Tuition Reimbursement Program (NEW*)
• Competitive Wages
• Excellent Benefits
• Easy Shift Scheduling with Mobile App
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Vacation, Holiday, and Sick Pay
• 401k Program
• Associate Discounts
• Education and Training Programs Available

This is a great opportunity for an entry-level Cook with some basic skills who does not mind helping where needed in the kitchen. We have an experienced kitchen staff who will mentor you and help develop your skills. The position is divided between Dishwashing and Cooking, which is what a great team player is all about! At a Watermark Community, our associates do so much more than what the title reflects. For us, it is all about working together to ensure that the dining experience is always a positive one for our residents. We would like to meet individuals who are creative as well as passionate about what they do.

Does that sound like you?

We are currently looking to hire an individual who wants to make a positive impact on the lives of those we care for. Your job should provide a sense of accomplishment, joy, and gratification. We can provide that for you! You will not only have the opportunity to provide an extraordinary dining experience but will also have time to develop meaningful relationships with our residents.

If you have a passion for working with seniors, some basic cooking skills, and are a team player, apply today!

Job Requirements:

• If you have an interest in learning a new skill, we will train all potential cooks.
• 1 year of experience working in a kitchen.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Able to follow recipes and menus.
• Excellent work ethic.
• Interested in learning and growing your skill set.
• Team Player.

Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc, is an equal opportunity employer, Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran/LGBTQ/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity or Expression-proudly embracing diversity in all of its manifestations.