Wellness Dining Chef
Wesley Willows · Rockford, IL · 3 mo ago
On-siteEducation$15–$20/hrFull-time
About the role
Start a meaningful career as a Wellness Dining Chef at Wesley Willows, a senior living community, where you will create high-quality culinary experiences for those we serve.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and cook a variety of foods according to menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards
- Operate kitchen equipment and maintain cleanliness and sanitation
- Aid with food storage, inventory, and support special functions
- Collaborate with the dining services team to ensure quality service and adapt to changing needs
- Uphold a safe, efficient, and customer-focused kitchen environment
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent
- Must be 18 years or older to operate potentially hazardous equipment
- 2 years of institutional cooking experience in long-term care or assisted living
- Preferred: Experience in fine dining alongside institutional cooking
Qualifications
- High school graduate or equivalent (required)
- Must be 18 years or older to operate potentially hazardous equipment (required)
- 2 years of institutional cooking experience in long-term care or assisted living (required)
- Preferred: Experience in fine dining alongside institutional cooking
Skills
- Strong culinary skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to follow safety protocols
Benefits
- Financial Wellness Perks: Access earned wages before payday through ZayZoon, plus tools and resources to support your financial wellbeing.
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
- Life/AD&D Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Mail Order Pharmacy
- Telemedicine
- Wellness Programs
- Employee Assistance Program
Pay
- $15 - $20/hr
Schedule
- Full-time
- Both AM and PM shifts available
- Days may vary, with evenings and weekends required