Senior Living Cook: Warm Meals & Growth Opportunities

Discovery Management Group; Illinois; On-site; USD 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

401(K) with employer match

Paid time off and holidays (full-time)

Comprehensive benefit package (health,

Uniforms provided

Paid training

Opportunities for growth and career

Job summary

Heartis Village, part of Discovery Management Group, seeks a dedicated Cook to enrich residents' lives through delicious, well-presented meals. You will follow menu cycles, use standardized recipes, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen that supports a warm, home-like dining experience for seniors in Peoria, IL.

Ideal candidates have experience in senior living, strong teamwork, and attention to detail; weekend availability is required. Competitive wages and full-time/part-time options are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior living or a similar environment.
• Knowledge of production methods, portion control, and food safety/handling.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills in fast-paced kitchen.
• Availability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of hot and cold menu items, including work on the grill, sauté station, salad bar, and service line.
• Follow standardized recipes to ensure proper preparation, portioning, taste, and presentation of food.
• Taste and check food for quality, palatability, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all food preparation and service areas.
• Support a safe, sanitary, and efficient kitchen environment in accordance with food safety and handling guidelines, including maintaining temperature logs, overseeing food storage and date maintenance.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to create an exceptional dining experience for residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Senior living experience

Food safety

Team player

Attention to detail

Job description

Heartis Village, part of Discovery Management Group, seeks a dedicated Cook to enrich residents' lives through delicious, well-presented meals. You will follow menu cycles, use standardized recipes, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen that supports a warm, home-like dining experience for seniors in Peoria, IL.

Ideal candidates have experience in senior living, strong teamwork, and attention to detail; weekend availability is required. Competitive wages and full-time/part-time options are offered.