Senior Living Prep Cook: Flexible Hours & Growth

Discovery Village Des Plaines; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early wage access

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off and holidays (part-time)

Health, dental, vision, life and dis

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Growth opportunities

Uniforms provided

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Prep Cook to support daily meal preparation for our senior living community in Des Plaines, IL. You’ll follow standardized recipes, ensure food safety, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen while delivering quality dining for residents.

The role is part-time with flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth. Training and benefits are provided to support your professional development and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• One year of job-related experience including food preparation.
• Culinary apprenticeship or formal culinary training preferred.
• Food Services Sanitation Certificate required.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes and food safety guidelines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
• Coordinate food preparation with serving hours to support smooth meal service.
• Monitor food items to ensure minimum standards for temperature, taste, and quality.
• Ensure proper preparation, portioning, and presentation of menu items according to menu cycles and recipes.
• Taste and evaluate food during preparation to maintain quality standards.
• Maintain or exceed standards for cleanliness, hygiene, and food safety.
• Practice all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Oversee proper food storage, including labeling and date checks.
• Complete assigned cleaning duties for kitchen and prep areas.
• Follow all local, state, and federal food handling regulations.
• Maintain required food safety equipment and temperature records.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food prep

Fast-paced kitchen

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary apprenticeship or formal training

Food Services Sanitation Certificate

Job description

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Prep Cook to support daily meal preparation for our senior living community in Des Plaines, IL. You’ll follow standardized recipes, ensure food safety, and help maintain a clean, organized kitchen while delivering quality dining for residents.

The role is part-time with flexible scheduling and opportunities for growth. Training and benefits are provided to support your professional development and wellbeing.