Cook

3 weeks ago


Downers Grove, Illinois, United States Lifespace Communities Full time
Community:

Oak Trace

Address:  

200 Village Drive

Downers Grove, Illinois 60516

Pay Range

$18.22-$25.01+ Hourly

Live your purpose.  Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences.

At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team of Line Cooks and be a part of our luxury senior living fine dining experience

What's in it for you?

Flexible schedules offered

No late nights and rotating weekends

Instant Pay – get paid daily

Generous PTO program and paid holidays

Employee referral bonus program

Tuition reimbursement, scholarships

Growth opportunities

And so much more

A few details about the role:

Prepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.

Prepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.

Prepare food production to coordinate with meal service hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.

Ensure food safety by monitoring food temperatures and use proper food storage techniques in accordance with state and local standards.

Maintain work area in a safe and sanitary condition may include cleaning cooking equipment, and other areas of the kitchen as assigned.

And here's what you need to apply:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

One year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.

State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.

Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:
Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and servers over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and servers over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

If you are excited to learn and grow, be excellent, thrive with your team and deliver personalized experiences you'll enjoy your career with us

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