Cook, Next Steps Day Treatment

About the role

Lutheran Social Services of Illinois (LSSI) is hiring a full-time Cook for the Next Steps Day Treatment program, which operates Sunday through Thursday. The Cook will be responsible for preparing, serving, and supervising meal services as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of high-quality food in specified quantities using standardized recipes.
• Keep assigned work area clean and follow all sanitation guidelines.
• Perform all duties following safety guidelines and requirements in accordance with regulatory, licensing, accreditation, and agency standards.
• Maintain cleanliness standards in the cooler, freezer, and overall kitchen areas.
• Maintain inventory of food, equipment, and supplies in the kitchen area.
• Receive, restock, and organize inventory.
• Operate kitchen equipment and appliances in a safe manner.
• Demonstrate professional, positive behavior and carry out responsibilities with integrity, treating clients, families, other LSSI workforce members, and collaborative organizations and/or individuals in a dignified, respectful, honest, and fair manner.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Background check clearance required.
• State Food Safety Manager License - enrolled in class upon hire required; certificate must be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Food Sanitation Certificate, or ability to obtain, required.
• State Food Handlers permit within one (1) week of hire required.
• Minimum of two (2) years prior experience in commercial or institutional cooking required.
• Experience interacting with clients and staff required.
• Demonstrated ability to follow instructions/directions and to work with minimal supervision required.
• Demonstrated ability to operate kitchen equipment and appliances in a safe manner required.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate in a clear, comprehensible manner, both verbally and in writing.

Qualifications

• Competitive salary based upon relevant education, experience, and licensure. Salary $18.50/Hourly.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Comprehensive benefits package for Full-Time employees includes healthcare insurance, up to 26 days of paid time off per calendar year, 11 paid holidays, sick time, 403(b) plan, Employee Assistance Program, and flexible hours.
• Paid training you need to learn, grow, and succeed!

Benefits

• On Demand Flexible Paydays for earned wages through an app called Dayforce Wallet.