Culinary Specialist

6 days ago


Evanston Illinois, United States Trulee Evanston Full time
About Trulee Evanston

We are a senior living community that values compassion, commitment, and creativity in all aspects of our operations. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated individual to join our team as a Cook.

What We Offer
  • A dynamic and growing company that values employee growth and development
  • A comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • A 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid holidays and time off
  • Perks and discount programs
  • An Employee Assistance Program
Our Core Values

We are guided by our Core Values of Compassion, Commitment, Communication, Creativity, and a passion for making a meaningful difference in our community. Our leadership team is dedicated to helping others grow and thrive.

Job Summary

The Cook provides full-scope, hands-on production cooking in our community's culinary program. This individual is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Exemplify community standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and operational organization
  • Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance, and presentation standards
  • Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria
  • Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency
  • Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production
  • Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations/procedures
  • Embrace a culture of hospitality and practice excellent customer service in all interactions with residents, guests, and coworkers
  • Plan, prepare, present, and deliver all meals served within the property
  • Maintain a sanitary work environment and conform to all local codes and policies regarding proper storage, handling, and serving of food
  • Inspect food storage rooms, utility/janitorial closets, etc., for upkeep and supply control
  • Perform administrative duties such as completing necessary forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc., to assure control of equipment and supplies
  • Maintain a clean and orderly dining room(s)
  • Obtain and maintain Serv Safe/Food Handler's Permit
  • As applicable, process diet changes and new diets received and cooperate in the therapeutic and regular diet plans and menus to assure they are in compliance with the physician's orders
  • Plan and prepare food items for activities, marketing, and special events, as requested
  • Display tact and friendliness when dealing with residents, families, and visitors
  • Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments
  • Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress
Qualifications
  • Experience of 1 year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
  • Ability to follow approved, standardized recipes and menus for regular and therapeutic diets
  • Ability to make independent decisions without supervision
  • Ability to interact tactfully with residents and family members, team members, and general public
  • Ability to communicate directions to all levels of team members, both in writing and verbally
  • Possesses good character and displays high degree of personal integrity
  • Displays sincere compassion towards cognitively impaired older adults
  • Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families
Compensation

Minimum: $17.00/Hr.

Maximum: $18.00/Hr.


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