Dining Services Specialist

Wesley Willows•Rockton, IL

19h•$17 - $19

About The Position

Start a meaningful career as a Dining Services Specialist/Dining Services Cook at Highview in The Woodlands, a Wesley Willows senior living community. Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a job—it's a fulfilling journey of personal and professional growth, guided by strong ethics and a commitment to compassionate service. Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours! Why Join Us? Make an Impact: Play an essential role in creating a positive dining experience for residents and guests Competitive Pay: $16.50 – $18.50/hour + credit for experience Schedule: Full-time, various shifts, must be willing to work evenings, weekends, and holidays Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours What You'll Do: Prepare meats, vegetables, baked goods, desserts, salads, sandwiches, beverages, and cold plates according to planned menus and dietary modifications Serve and distribute meals in a timely, professional, and resident-focused manner Set up meal trays, food carts, and dining room areas Operate kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, choppers, and food processors, safely and efficiently Maintain production records and follow special diet orders Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and inventory support Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, refrigerators, freezers, and floors according to health regulations Perform dishwashing duties and dispose of waste per policy Report equipment malfunctions and maintain safe kitchen operations Support special events and community functions as needed Foster positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members If you're passionate about food service and committed to enhancing the lives of seniors through quality dining and compassionate care, we invite you to apply today. To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants. Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position. Our Commitment to Health & Safety The wellbeing of our residents and team members is our top priority. To help keep everyone safe, we ask all team members to receive a yearly flu shot (with medical and religious exemptions available). While we do not require the COVID-19 vaccine for employment, we do collect vaccination status in accordance with health guidelines. This helps us keep our community informed, safe, and prepared.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Food Safety Manager Certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire)
Must be 18 years or older to operate kitchen equipment
Ability to read and follow recipes and written instructions
Strong customer service and communication skills
Ability to stand and walk for 6–8 hour shifts
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and push carts up to 60 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Commercial cooking or food service experience preferred

Responsibilities

Prepare meats, vegetables, baked goods, desserts, salads, sandwiches, beverages, and cold plates according to planned menus and dietary modifications
Serve and distribute meals in a timely, professional, and resident-focused manner
Set up meal trays, food carts, and dining room areas
Operate kitchen equipment, including slicers, mixers, choppers, and food processors, safely and efficiently
Maintain production records and follow special diet orders
Ensure proper food storage, labeling, and inventory support
Clean and sanitize workstations, equipment, refrigerators, freezers, and floors according to health regulations
Perform dishwashing duties and dispose of waste per policy
Report equipment malfunctions and maintain safe kitchen operations
Support special events and community functions as needed
Foster positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members