Carriage Oaks - Chef

Location: 1500 South 14th St, St. Charles, IL 60174

Pay

$31.00 per hour (DOE)

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Care
• 401(k) Retirement plan for full-time team members
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Unique perks for both full-time and part-time team members

About the role

Carriage Oaks is an independent living rental community in St. Charles, IL, offering rewarding career opportunities in a supportive environment with wonderful residents and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned stations for shift.
• Under direction of lead cook/sous chef, prepare individual components of various entrees and food items, adhering to the individual dietary restrictions of residents.
• Maintain kitchen food safety and sanitary food handling in compliance with State, Federal, and DSHS regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age.
• Prior experience as a cook/sous chef/grill cook (1-2 years preferred).
• Ability to prepare high-quality food for residents.
• Flexibility with schedule; occasional need to work Saturdays/Sundays and other days/shifts as needed.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with food and equipment vendors.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work with staff and residents.
• Ability to prepare therapeutic/modified diets.
• CPR and first aid training may be required per state/local guidelines.
• Successful completion of a recognized food safety course, as required by state/local guidelines.
• Completion of background check, drug screen, and/or pre-employment tasks such as fingerprinting and physical may be required per state/local regulations.

Physical Requirements

The ability to push, pull, or carry up to 30 lbs.