LEAD COOK

Generations at Applewood LLC•Matteson, IL

12h•$20 - $21•Onsite

About The Position

Generations at Applewood in Matteson, IL, has an immediate opening for an Experienced Cook. This position has an 8-hour shift, either mornings or afternoon/evenings. Must have Food Service Sanitation Certification and be open to taking a cook's test. Good prep skills a must! EXPERIENCE WORKING IN A HEALTHCARE FACILITY A MUST! You'll work full time for a week or two for Orientation then as needed mornings or afternoons. We offer $20-21 per hour, and Opportunity for Advancement! Plus, you'll be working with our Food Service Supervisor. Generations at Applewood strives to bring an excellent dining experience to all our residents to help brighten their day, improve quality of life, and give them something special to look forward to at every meal. If you take pride in your work ethic, you seek to expand your professional skills and knowledge in the growing senior health care industry, and strive for career advancement, we want you on our team. Please submit your resume today. Generations at Applewood Now Offers ON DEMAND PAY!Get Paid F A S T! ~ On Demand! Generations at Applewood is a 24-hour rehabilitation and skilled nursing community offering quality healthcare services to residents throughout the Chicagoland area. Learn more about our facility at www.generationsapplewood.com.

Requirements

Must have never cooked in a healthcare facility (Long-Term Care Facilities)
Must have Serve Safe Sanitation Certification
Must be able to interpret Resident Diet Cards; speak and read English fluently
Have a stable work history and have excellent references
Must have ServSafe Certification
Must be able to use DiningRD Diet program
Must be eligible for hire based on the IDPH Healthcare Worker Registry; may require fingerprinting
Must follow written and oral instructions concerning dietary methods and the preparation of foods and beverages
Familiar with seasonings, cooking times and sanitation requirements
Strong organizational and leadership skills
Professional and personable; flexible and have a go-with-the-flow attitude
Must have compassion, tolerance and understanding of older adults and their families
Have a desire to grow and learn new techniques and skills

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a healthcare facility
Food Service Sanitation Certification
Open to taking a cook's test
Good prep skills

Responsibilities

Process new diet cards and print daily
Print Menu spreadsheets, work schedules and cleaning schedules - post in kitchen
Must check Temperature logs including 3-compartment sink, Sanitation buckets, Refrigerator and Cooler, Dish Machine temp logs, cooking and serving temp logs
Follow standardized recipes in food preparation
Inspect special dietary trays to assure they are correct
Assist dietary in special events such as holidays and BBQs
Assist in receiving and check in of deliveries of food and supplies
Must do a daily kitchen round, using 10-minute walk-through form
Follow work/cleaning schedules