Prep Cook - Resident-Focused Senior Dining

Paycom - ATS; Oswego Township (IL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer match

Payable daily

Paid PTO

Job summary

Bickford Senior Living is hiring a Prep Cook to support the culinary team in a restaurant-style dining experience for residents. You will prepare meals, serve residents, and ensure products follow defined menus and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, following safety procedures, and coordinating with the Kitchen Manager for events and tours. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy kitchen environment.

Qualifications

• Exhibits a learner's mindset.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Clear written communication skills.

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 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.

Skills

Learner mindset

Multitasking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organization

Time management

Decision making

Job description

Bickford Senior Living is hiring a Prep Cook to support the culinary team in a restaurant-style dining experience for residents. You will prepare meals, serve residents, and ensure products follow defined menus and dietary requirements.

Responsibilities include maintaining cleanliness, following safety procedures, and coordinating with the Kitchen Manager for events and tours. The role requires attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy kitchen environment.