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Cedarhurst Senior Living is seeking a skilled Cook to join our team at our Cedarhurst of Naperville community. As a Cook, you will play a vital role in providing a top-notch dining experience for our residents and their families.

• Prepare and cook meals according to standardized recipes and menu cycles.
• Taste and prepare food to ensure quality and presentation.
• Prepare special dietary needs as directed by the Dining Services Director and/or menus assigned.
• Determine food and supplies needed and coordinate meal production with serving hours.
• Assist with proper documentation of temperature logs, taste panel forms, and cleaning schedules.
• Assist with orientation and training of new kitchen staff.
• Handle food in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Practice all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Attend all in-services as required.
• Maintain safety standards as outlined by Cedarhurst guidelines for infection control.
• Utilize basic mathematical concepts to practical situations.
• Maintain appropriate food temperatures by ensuring proper cooling/heating procedures are followed and equipment is working properly.
• Remain current and up to date with all food safety licensing requirements for FDA, state, county, and local authorities.
• Ensure effective communication is being utilized by community staff with the residents' families concerning residents' care.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and previous experience.
• At least one (1) year's experience as a cook preferred.
• Applicable state/county licensure.
• Food Manager Certification required, or ability to obtain.
• CPR or BLS certification preferred.
• Proficiency in Internet browsers, Microsoft Office programs, and electronic health records (EHR) systems.

Cedarhurst Senior Living is a regional healthcare provider and true friend of older adults. Our core values describe our expectation that every team member will be Passionate, Trustworthy, Empathetic, Positive, Respectful, and Approachable. We believe that our team is our greatest asset and provide extensive training and personal and career development opportunities. We promote from within and offer a competitive benefits package, including medical insurance coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) Plan with company match.