Line Cook / Dietary Cook - Early Mornings

Bourbonnais Terrace•Bourbonnais, IL

15h•Onsite

About The Position

This role is for a Dietary Cook / Line Cook at a healthcare center serving mental health patients. The residents are adults working to rebuild their psychological health and independence. The Cook will prepare tasty, nutritious meals for patients, including 'special diets' tailored with help from a Registered Dietitian. They will also maintain kitchen cleanliness and safety, adhering to strict food safety rules. The position involves stocking, interacting with patients about their meals, and assisting with menu planning. It's a fast-moving team environment where employees wear many hats.

Requirements

Current CFPM (Certified Food Protection Manager) certificate PLUS a Food Handlers Certificate (e.g., ServSafe or other accredited program certificates).
At least 1 year of experience as a Cook/Chef in a healthcare facility or commercial/central kitchen (strongly preferred).
Basic knowledge of computer-based documentation systems.
Understanding of good food preparation, serving techniques, and food safety and sanitation rules.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Ability to regularly stand for lengthy periods of time, push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds.
Pass a pre-employment physical and background check.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED (preferred)
Experience as a Cook/Chef in a healthcare facility or commercial/central kitchen (strongly preferred)

Responsibilities

Follow detailed recipes to prepare tasty, nutritious meals for patients, including 'special diets' tailored with help from our Registered Dietitian.
Keep the kitchen clean and safe, following strict IDPH food safety rules to protect everyone.
Pitch in wherever needed — from stocking the freezer to chatting with patients about their meals or helping to prepare next week’s menu.
Work as part of a fast-moving team that wears many hats every day.