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Cook

$18.68 - $25.63 per hour

Claridge Court

Community:

Oak Trace

Address:  

200 Village Drive Downers Grove, Illinois 60516

Pay Range

$18.68-$25.63+ Hourly
Shift Available: Monday through Friday, with flexible weekend availability as needed.

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 successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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