Dietary / Line Cook - healthcare setting

Dietary / Line Cook - Healthcare SettingPart-timeName of Location/Facility: Joliet TerraceStatus of Employment: Part TimeJob Title: CookShift Type: Afternoons/EveningsRepresented Position?: This is a Represented Position. Union membership requirements will be applied as per the current Union Contract with this center.Department: DietaryCompany DescriptionStart Date: ASAP, we have a new employee orientation class starting soonHourly Wage Estimate: $15.50 hourly-you will receive another $1.00 once you complete the sanitation certificate.Shift: 8 hour shifts; EveningsSchedule: Part time, 6A-2PYou're not just your job title. Your role here extends far beyond your job description. You are a friend and family member to each resident. You know their name and their story. You are providing compassion and companionship to those in our care. This family aspect is what sets us apart from other health care centers.When someone becomes a patient here, each of us becomes their partner on their journey to healthy living. No matter the illness, injury or limitation.Join us and make a connection of your own. Join us and make a difference in someone's life.A little more about our center:5-Star Quality measure this means we provide excellent clinical careConsistently high patient satisfaction rating and feedback our residents love usWe have a close-knit family-like team - It's a happy place to work.Job DescriptionWhat you will do in this role:Officially we title this job a Dietary Cook, but in other centers it may be called a Line Cook or even an entry level Chef.When you are sick or injured, food can be the highlight of your day. As a cook you will help prepare meals for our patients. This could involve menu creation, working with our Registered Dietician for special needs diets, kitchen sanitation and food safety. One day you may clean out the freezer or the next it may involve talking with the patients to see if they liked their meal.We wear many hats and do whatever is needed to meet the nutritional needs of the patient.A manageable workload (Plus there is not a lot of lifting)Flexible scheduling we understand when things come upA leadership team that will help you excel in your career.Employee recognition programsAnnual merit increase opportunitiesRobust benefits package, including a retirement savings planRefer-a-Friend programs Bring your friends & earn a $ bonus $.Educational Assistance program We'll help you $ pay $ for your classes.Our Administrator would like you to know, "We all work well together, help one another and have fun while we're here. Come join us."QualificationsDietary Cook: Officially we title this job a Dietary Cook, but in other centers it may be called a Line Cook or even an entry level Chef.What we need from you:Must have prior experience as a dietary aide, cook, or in a central kitchenKnowledge of quality food production and servicing techniques, food safety/sanitation requirements and procedures.Must have excellent customer service skillsAbility to successfully pass a pre-employment physical and criminal history background checkIf you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply. Join us and be the reason someone smiles today.Additional InformationNote: This overview/Ad is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the job. More information will be disclosed during your interview and on the formal Job Description.This center is managed by TRANSITIONAL CARE MANAGEMENT. We currently provide comprehensive management services to several inpatient healthcare centers throughout Northern IL & the Chicagoland area. These settings include Long-term Care Skilled Nursing (SNFs), Short-term Care Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care (ICFs), and Behavioral Health Service (SMHRFs) centers.Each center is unique; offering you a variety of long-term career opportunities.