Cook 3pm-6:30pm $19.25-28.50 (Part Time)

Cedar Trails Senior Living•Freeburg, IL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Arrow Senior Living is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team at Cedar Trails in Freeburg, IL. This part-time position offers a pay range of $19.25 - $28.50 per hour. We are looking for someone who can be a Culinary Craftsman by preparing menu items with exceptional quality, attractive presentation, and in a timely fashion, adhering to established standards and recipes. The role also involves ensuring health protocols are followed, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and temperature control, to 'take the mess out of the mess hall.' Additionally, the Cook will act as a Culinary Connector by familiarizing themselves with residents' preferences and needs and participating in resident orientations.

Requirements

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
Ability to read, write, understand, and communicate in English with residents.
Possess a current Food Handlers Card as specified per the Department of Health.
Demonstrated skills, knowledge, and competency in the areas of leadership, training, and supervision.
Proficient written and oral communication skills with other members of management, professional, and support staff.
Must be active as this role requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day.
Ability to frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
Must be comfortable being in close contact with extreme temperatures, including cooking surfaces and walk-in freezers.
Ability to work primarily indoors, but also be available to work outside for events.
Must be criminally cleared.

Responsibilities

Prepare all menu items according to established standards and recipes.
Provide exceptional quality food that is attractively presented in a timely fashion.
Ensure health protocols are always followed, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and proper food temperatures.
Familiarize yourself with the residents and their preferences and needs.
Participate in resident orientations.

Benefits

Company Match 401(k) with 100% match up to the first 3% and fully vested upon enrollment.
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (1st of the month following 60 days of employment-Full Time)
Disability insurance (Full Time)
Employee assistance program
Weekly Employee Recognition Program
Life insurance (Full Time)
Paid time off (Part Time accrue up to 30 hours each year)
Tuition Reimbursement (after 90 days for FT AND PT employees)
Employee Referral Program (FT, PT, and PRN)
Complimentary meal each shift (FT, PT, and PRN)
Daily Pay Option
Direct Deposit