Cook (12P-7P) FT or PT

Thomas Cuisine • Chicago, IL

6d • $20 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Make a difference with your culinary skills! Join our Eating Recovery Center
team as a Cook, where you’ll prepare fresh, nutritious meals that support
healing and well-being. Be part of a compassionate environment where your work
truly matters.

Located 1 block off the Mag Mile on Huron, Chicago.

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".

Join our team and be part of a company that values Respect, Integrity, Teamwork,
Passion, and Excellence.

At Thomas Cuisine, we are more than just a food service company—we’re a team
that believes in nourishing lives through great food and strong community. We
offer growth opportunities, a supportive work culture, and the chance to be part
of something meaningful.

Under the guidance and direction of our Executive Chef, in the kitchen of our
Senior 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 moment
of joy and comfort by preparing delicious food. Your culinary expertise will not
only satisfy the appetites but will continue to the overall well-being of our
residents. Each dish you prepare will bring smiles to the faces of those we
serve.

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 that this commitment is an ongoing journey, and we will strive to improve
and adapt as we grow. Our DEIB commitment is not just a statement but a living
part of our company culture.

Requirements

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Current Food Handler certification.
• Must come to work fragrance and smoke free
• 18 years or older, pending specific state requirements.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Strong teamwork skills.
• Successful background check and drug screen, state specific
• Health screening and TB tests, state specific
• ServSafe® Certification and State Food Handlers Card, state specific
• Ability to read, speak, write and comprehend English for recipes
• The ability to work holiday and weekend shift schedules.

Nice To Haves

• Previous cooking or food service experience preferred.
• Prior experience in a professional kitchen preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
• Maintain food safety and sanitation practices at all times.
• Assist with setup, service, and cleanup of meals.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure a positive dining experience.
• Support special events, holiday meals, and rotating menu changes.
• Reviews menus and assembles all items needed for preparation.
• Follows standard recipes and production sheets to achieve nutritious, high-quality, cost-effective meals.
• Evaluates food preparation and recommends changes to improve operations.
• Follows kitchen opening/closing procedures and handles food and equipment following sanitation and safety practices.
• Assists with training new Food Service personnel.
• Reports repairs and maintenance needs to the Supervisor.
• Meets time deadlines for tray line, cafeteria service, and catering.
• Utilizes progressive cooking procedures to ensure optimum quality products.
• Utilizes appropriate garnishing and food presentation techniques to ensure optimum quality.
• Follows daily prep and pull schedules as indicated in guidelines.
• Weights and measures ingredients for the following day's production, keeping food refrigerated as needed and using proper thawing procedures.
• Documents supply acquisitions appropriately, both when ordering and removing items from the storeroom. Rotates supplies and maintains an orderly inventory at a minimum per level.
• Ensures the safety of food prepared by following safe sanitary food handling practices- hot food hot and cold food cold.
• Follow specified cleaning procedures for all cooking equipment. Utilizes proper food storage practices- cover, label, and date.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• 401K Retirement Plan-with company match
• Voluntary Short-Term Disability
• Holiday Pay on worked Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Access to wellness initiatives, financial planning, behavioral health assistance, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees