Cook

About the role

Ebenezer Square, a DePaul Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program, is now hiring a part-time Cook! Under the supervision of the Dietary Director, the Cook prepares and serves meals in a timely manner and ensures they meet nutritional standards and are in recommended amounts to meet the dietary needs of residents.

Responsibilities

• See that all food is served at the proper temperature.
• Follow recipes when needed when preparing meals.
• Assist in the service of meals to assure that food is served attractively and in proper portions.
• Perform advanced preparation of food while assuring that the quality of the product is maintained.
• Follow proper sanitation and safety procedures and assure that Dietary Assistants follow safety protocols.
• Wear attire suitable and safe for position.
• Organize and ensure sanitation of storerooms, refrigeration units and kitchen and dining areas.
• Supervise the maintenance, cleaning and sanitation of assigned culinary equipment and work areas.
• Regularly visit residents in the dining room to observe and evaluate meal service quality, diet appropriateness, quantity, temperature and appearance to ensure resident satisfaction.
• Follow all food safety protocols when storing and disposing leftover foods.
• Supervise the Dietary Assistants and oversee the Dietary Department (including ordering of food and supplies) in the absence of the Director.
• Responsible for the security of all dietary items and the prevention of loss from staff, residents and the public.
• Respect and maintain resident confidentiality and demonstrate a caring, positive attitude toward all residents (as per respect policy), staff and guests.
• Participate in staff meetings and attend agency required trainings.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, and staff.
• Perform any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the programs.

Requirements

• At least one-year work experience as a cook in a restaurant or in a large volume food service program.
• Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

Benefits

• Make a positive difference in someone's life.
• Supportive work environment.
• We value diversity.
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement.
• 403B with Employer Match.
• Robust Employee Assistant Program.
• Staff Recognition Program.
• Employee Discount Program.

Pay

Competitive pay rates from $21.50 - $21.80 per hour.

Schedule

Part-time position.