Cook | Part Time

Delaney at the Vale•Lincolnshire, IL

13d•$18 - $20

About The Position

When you work at Sedgebrook, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! Sedgebrook is recruiting for a hospitality focused Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department, including maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times. We offer a generous benefits package for eligible employees which includes: 401K with Company Match Get Paid Daily with DailyPay! Employee Meal Program Free Meals Employee Assistance Program Indoor Parking Garage Free In-house gym membership

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience.
Food Service Sanitation certification or ability to obtain one after employment.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Knowledge of HACCP procedures.
Strong customer service and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in high volume cooking for breakfast, lunch, dinner, or special events preferred.
Culinary degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepares and serves sauteed, fried, grilled, steamed, and baked items, as well as sauces and soups per standardized recipes.
Ensures proper presentation of all food items and ensures HACCP procedures are followed.
Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times.
Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure.
Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.
Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service.