Prep-Cook(FT-IL)

When you work at THE FORUM, 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!

THE FORUM is recruiting for a hospitality focused Prep-Cook to join our team! The Prep-Cook assists cooks in the preparation and service of menu items and general cleaning.

Employment Type: Full Time

Schedule varies: 9:00am-5:30pm , 12:00pm-8:30pm. Must be available to work the weekends.

Wage : $25- $30.00

Sign-On Bonus: $ 1,000

We are proud to invest in you, and offer these special benefits to Team Members:

• Competitive Pay
• Benefits eligible on the 1st of the month following your hire date.
• Up to $40 provided on meal card for on-site market (FT/PT)
• AMAZING PTO plan (Vacation/Sick) that you start accruing on day one (FT/PT)
• Referral Bonus
• 401k with company match (FT/PT)
• Excellent Training
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Recognition Program
• On Site-Gym

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

• Assists cooks with pre-preparation of ingredients for entrees.
• Assists cooks in the preparation and service of various foods in assigned work situations including pantry items, soups, sauces, poultry and fish items.
• Assists cooks in the preparation of basic dessert items as well as breakfast items for residents.

Other Duties:

• Follows proper food handling techniques and coordinates the use of time, material and equipment to avoid waste and unnecessary expense.
• Maintains assigned workstation in a safe and sanitary condition
• Maintains acceptable standards of personal hygiene and complies with department dress code.
• Attends in service training and education sessions as assigned.
• Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

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

• Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicates effectively, and performs simple arithmetic. Ability to understand measurements and conversions.
• Six (6) months experience as a cook's helper recommended but not required. Will train on the job.
• Ability to interpret standardized recipes, instructions, specifications and standards.

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!

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