Cook

Meridian Senior Living•Marshall, IL

About The Position

As a Cook, you will work closely with the Dining Services Manager and be responsible for the community’s food ordering, preparation, and delivery, as well as kitchen sanitation. You will ensure food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing fashion, maintain supplies and equipment, and provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers. Meridian Senior Living describes its work as hard yet rewarding and emphasizes teamwork, making a difference in residents’ lives, and a culture dedicated to integrity, joy, respect, and excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete training as required by State regulations.
Obtain a Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.
Previous experience working with the elderly.
Compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
Ability to work responsibly as a team member and independently.
Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general public.
Meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Nice To Haves

Six months of prior experience in a food service department is preferred.
Supervisory experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

Order, prepare, and deliver food for the community.
Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing fashion.
Maintain kitchen supplies and equipment.
Maintain kitchen sanitation.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Work closely with the Dining Services Manager.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage with several plan options.
Telemedicine through 1800MD at no cost to employees and their family members, with no enrollment required.
Flexible Spending Account.
Company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
Voluntary benefits, including short-term disability, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k).
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral bonus.
Employee discounts.