Part Time Cook

Melody Living Associates - IL LLC•Lake in the Hills, IL

51d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Assisted Living community is looking for a part time cook that is responsible for preparing and cooking meals for our residents and their guests located in Lake in the Hills, IL area. Part Time Position

Requirements

Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a cook in a hospitality or healthcare environment
Positive, friendly attitude and a desire to work with seniors
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Strong organizational and time management skills
ANSI-Approved Food Handlers Certificate
Ability to read and follow recipes, cleaning schedules, and logs
Ability to work in cooperation with residents, guests, visitors, families, supervisors, and peers
Ability to resolve problems of dissatisfied customers and peers
Cooking: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person

Responsibilities

Providing excellent culinary customer service to our residents in a restaurant-style atmosphere
Prepare and cook meals in accordance with pre-established menus and recipes
Maintain kitchen, food storage, and preparation areas in a clean, sanitized, and safe state at all times
Working closely with the Culinary Director to provide residents with a satisfactory dining program
Responsible for opening and/or closing the kitchen
Documenting temperature of food prior to service and refrigeration/freezer
Understand and follow standard food safety practices
Review daily menu and review menu items
May perform other duties as needed or assigned