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Cook/Chef (Full-Time)

Algonquin, IL · On-site

$21 - $23/hr

Clarendale of Algonquin is recruiting for a hospitality-focused Chef/Cook to join our team! This ... High school diploma required. * Culinary degree preferred. * Minimum of one year restaurant/senior ...

Assists the Cooking School Chef to ensure the Cooking School is clean, well-maintained, and meets company standards of appearance * Assists the Cooking School Chef in managing the operations of the ...

Assists the Cooking School Chef to ensure the Cooking School is clean, well-maintained, and meets company standards of appearance * Assists the Cooking School Chef in managing the operations of the ...

Assists the Cooking School Chef to ensure the Cooking School is clean, well-maintained, and meets company standards of appearance * Assists the Cooking School Chef in managing the operations of the ...

Cook | Chef - Senior Living

Elm Grove, WI · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. * Food-service or culinary certification is a plus. * Previous food preparation or cooking experience required. * Senior living, healthcare, institutional ...

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Cook/Chef

Crosby, MN · On-site

$18.48 - $23.51/hr

The Cook/Chef is responsible for creating high quality meals and an exceptional dining experience ... High School Diploma or equivalent education. Minnesota Food Service certification preferred.

Cook and prep food correctly based on recipes and specifications provided from the Chef/Genuine ... Willingness to learn the compliance requirements of the USDA National School Lunch Program.

Cook - Chef

Richmond, VA · On-site

$12.75 - $17.25/hr

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) * 2 years experiencein batch cooking Benefits: * Quality of life - No late-night restaurant hours * ServSafetraining available * Positive Team ...

Cook | Chef - Senior Living

Pewaukee, WI · On-site

$13.75 - $18.25/hr

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. * Food-service or culinary certification is a plus. * Previous food preparation or cooking experience required. * Senior living, healthcare, institutional ...

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Cook and prep food correctly based on recipes and specifications provided from the Chef/Genuine ... Willingness to learn the compliance requirements of the USDA National School Lunch Program.

Cook | Chef - Senior Living

Middleton, WI · On-site

$14.50 - $19.25/hr

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. * Food-service or culinary certification is a plus. * Previous food preparation or cooking experience required. * Senior living, healthcare, institutional ...

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Cook | Chef - Senior Living

Monona, WI · On-site

$14 - $19/hr

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. * Food-service or culinary certification is a plus. * Previous food preparation or cooking experience required. * Senior living, healthcare, institutional ...

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Cook and prep food correctly based on recipes and specifications provided from the Chef/Genuine ... Willingness to learn the compliance requirements of the USDA National School Lunch Program.

Cook and prep food correctly based on recipes and specifications provided from the Chef/Genuine ... Willingness to learn the compliance requirements of the USDA National School Lunch Program.

Cook | Chef - Senior Living

Muskego, WI · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. * Food-service or culinary certification is a plus. * Previous food preparation or cooking experience required. * Senior living, healthcare, institutional ...

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Cook/Chef (Full-Time)

Algonquin, IL • On-site

Life Care Services
Health Care and Social Assistance • 201 - 500 employees

$21 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 21 days ago


Job description

When you work at Clarendale of Algonquin, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job; be part of an extraordinary life!

Clarendale of Algonquin is recruiting for a hospitality-focused Chef/Cook to join our team! This position partners with the rest of our culinary team in preparing and cooking high-quality meals for our residents, families and guests. Teamwork is essential as our kitchen staff works together to create breakfast, lunch and dinner seven days each week. Come help us create delicious and nutritious meals for our community!

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Chef/Cook:

  • Prepare and produce food options from our menu in a manner compliant with required nutritional/dietary criteria.
  • Correctly prepare meals for residents with dietary restrictions, following our policies and procedures.
  • Exemplify community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and organization in the workspace and with equipment.
  • Meet food quality, timeliness, appearance and presentation standards at all times.
  • Interact with residents periodically to gather feedback about meal quality/temperature/appearance and share feedback with culinary team to support continuous improvement.
  • Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner with colleagues, residents, families and tours. 

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

  • High school diploma required.
  • Culinary degree preferred.
  • Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience preferred.
  • Batch cooking experience preferred.

Pay Range: $21.00/hr. - $23.00/hr. based on experience.

Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our employee benefit options, including medical coverage, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with matching contributions, an employee assistance program, and more.

Work Schedule: Shifts include 6:00am - 2:00pm & 11:00am - 7:00pm. Weekend availability required. 

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About Life Care Services

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s an industry pioneer with more than a half-century of experience, making a difference in the lives of seniors has been our sole focus since day one. At LCS, we’ve designed a dedicated family of companies to help fulfill your community’s mission. This structure allows us to develop and share expertise across our company to deliver innovative solutions to seniors and their communities. We are guided by five principles to ensure that every company decision is made with integrity and for the good of the seniors we serve.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

201 - 500 Employees

Headquarters location

Des Moines, IA, US

Year founded

1971

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