Prep Cook/Stockroom (full-time in senior living)

Thomas Cuisine; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Thomas Cuisine is seeking a full-time Prep Cook/Stockroom team member to enhance the lives of residents in a senior living community. Responsibilities include preparing high-quality meals, managing inventory, and ensuring safety and sanitation practices are upheld. Join us to contribute to a rewarding culinary journey where your skills positively impact our healthcare community.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off and Leave Programs

401K Retirement Plan with company match

On demand Pay

Employee Meal

Employee Referral Bonus

Qualifications

• Education including a High School Diploma and ServSafe Certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to follow recipes.
• Basic math skills for receipt conversions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals while following recipes and production sheets.
• Assist in inventory management and ensure food safety practices.
• Train new Food Service personnel under guidance.

Skills

Food Safety

Culinary Skills

Inventory Management

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Prep Cook/Stockroom (full-time in senior living)

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Who We Are
Founded in 1986, Thomas Cuisine is an award-winning, privately held contract food service company. We advocate the healing power of whole foods and believe in preparing scratch-made cuisine fresh each day. Every Thomas Cuisine team member is an ambassador, carrying out our mission, reflecting our values, and building relationships while "doing the right thing".

What’s In It For You
Join our team! You will be a valued and integral part of our team from day one. You will have supportive and diverse colleagues, and compassionate management. Opportunities for learning and development, cross training, and career growth. Competitive pay and annual evaluations for pay increases. A Safety-First and commitment to following all required regulations culture.

Benefits: For full-time

• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with several plan options to choose from, provided by Blue Cross. HSA and FSA plan available.
• Generous Accrued Paid Time Off and Leave Programs, such as Family Care Leave and Bereavement Leave
• 401K Retirement Plan with company match
• On demand Pay
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay on worked Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Employee Meal
• Discount Purchase Plans, legal Services and Wellness initiatives and to the benefits via our Employee Assistance Program

Wage Range: $16.00 per hour to $20.00 per hour - experienced based. 5 shifts per week, days might vary based on inventory delivery and prep cook schedule. Shift can be 6:30A-2:30P or 7A-3P.

What you will do;

Under the guidance and direction of the Food Service Director in the Living Community, you are a vital part of enhancing the daily lives of our residents. As a Cook, you do more than just prepare meals; you create moments of joy and comfort by preparing delicious food. Your culinary expertise will not only satisfy appetites but will contribute to the overall well-being of our residents. Each dish you prepare will bring smiles to those we serve. As a stockroom assistant, you will assist in checking in inventory, storing items properly using all safety and sanitation requirements.

Your Contributions Are

• Review menus and assemble all items needed for preparation.
• Follow standard recipes and production sheets to achieve nutritious, high-quality, cost-effective meals.
• Evaluate food preparation and recommend changes to improve operations.
• Follow kitchen opening/closing procedures and handle food and equipment following sanitation and safety practices.
• Assist with training new Food Service personnel.
• Report repairs and maintenance needs to the Supervisor.
• Meet time deadlines for tray line, cafeteria service, and catering.
• Utilize progressive cooking procedures to ensure optimum quality products.
• Utilize appropriate garnishing and food presentation techniques to ensure quality.
• Follow daily prep and pull schedules as indicated in guidelines.
• Weigh and measure ingredients for the following day's production, keep food refrigerated as needed, and use proper thawing procedures.
• Document supply acquisitions when ordering and removing items from the storeroom. Rotate supplies and maintain an orderly inventory.
• Ensure food safety by following sanitary food handling practices—hot food hot, cold food cold.
• Follow cleaning procedures for all cooking equipment. Properly store food—cover, label, and date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical And Sensory Requirements

Requires mobility to stand and walk extensively during shift. Lifting, carrying trays and boxes, pans and dishes up to 25 lbs. Push/Pull food hot boxes up to 50 lbs. Bending, stooping for access to carts, food, trays, and other kitchen equipment. Manual dexterity for using kitchen utensils, dish machine, and tools. Visual acuity for reading menus, labels, and directions. Hearing to respond to verbal communications. Taste and smell to assess food quality, freshness, and dietary adherence. Exposure to hot and cold temperatures.

Ensuring that Cook/Prep Cook meets these physical and sensory requirements is crucial to their ability to contribute effectively to a well-run, safe, and functioning kitchen.

What You Will Need

• Specific education, experience, certifications, or other pertinent info as required by state
• ServSafe Certification and State Food Handlers Card.
• Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English to follow recipes.
• Basic math skills for receipt conversions.

Our people are purposeful. They care about food and quality and have a desire to make a positive impact through REAL food. Embark on a rewarding culinary journey with us, where your skills will flourish and contribute to the satisfaction and well-being of our healthcare community.

Our commitment to you

At Thomas Cuisine, we are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and where every individual feels a sense of belonging. We know this is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is a living part of our culture.

REAL Food | Genuine Service | Enduring Relationships

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing
• Hospitality

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