COOK-HOURLY

Apis Services Inc•Chicago, IL

1d•$0 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

At Southwood Interventions, we believe every person deserves the opportunity to live a meaningful, fulfilling, and independent life. We’re seeking compassionate, dedicated professionals who are looking for more than a paycheck. We’re looking for individuals who want to make a difference, build rewarding careers, and become part of a team committed to helping others succeed. Whether you’re beginning your career, changing professions, or bringing years of experience, we provide the training, support, and opportunities needed to help you thrive. No experience required for many positions. Paid training provided. For more than 35 years, Southwood Interventions has been dedicated to improving lives through high-quality services and support. Our employees play a vital role in helping individuals achieve greater independence, confidence, and success while promoting dignity, respect, inclusion, and personal choice. Every day, our team members make a meaningful impact by supporting people in reaching their goals and living their best lives.

Requirements

1 year prior experience in food preparation obtained in commercial, military, or institutional setting strongly preferred.
High School Diploma or GED
Food and Safety certification
At least twenty-one (21) years of age.
Criminal clearances (Act 33 and 34, specific State & child clearances and, if necessary, FBI).
Drug Screen, TB Test
Ability to work with computers and the necessary software typically used by the department.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate
Dependable
Patient
Team-Oriented
Service-Focused
Professional
Positive
Committed to Helping Others

Responsibilities

Help prepare large quantities of a variety of food including meats, fish, poultry, gravies, cereals, soups, vegetables and other foods.
Use various methods of cooking and seasoning and adheres to proper preparations methods.
Cook food as directed in the operational menu plan for the facility food service operation.
Follow recipes and maintain accurate production records.
Prepare meals according to scheduling and sanitation standards.
Ensure the quality assurance of all foods and supplies.
Responsible for hot food preparation, including accompaniments and garnishes.
Prepares hot entrees, soups and vegetables following preparation sheets and provided recipes for dining room service, healthcare center, cafeteria and special functions.
Does advance preparation as indicated.
Completes food temperature checks each meal.
Completes production records and stores food items properly at close of meal service.