Cook FT

Senior Lifestyle•Oak Brook, IL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

In this role you will be responsible for providing high quality meals to the residents, guests and staff. Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.

Requirements

Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
You need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
You have and/or are willing to obtain the necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
You have basic computer skills.
Entry level proficiency with Excel and Word is required.
You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

Nice To Haves

Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare all food using the daily planner and SLC standard recipes.
Work the food line during mealtimes.
Ensure that all food meets safety guidelines and that all kitchen areas meet sanitation guidelines.
Ensure resident and guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers.