Residential Kitchen Helper

See yourself achieving solutions. Join our team!

Perks of Working at CYFS:

Paid Time Off:

• 12 Paid Holidays
• 15 Paid Vacation Days (increases every 2 years)
• 8 Paid Sick Days
• 5 Paid Personal/Wellness Days
• 3 weeks of Paid Parental Leave

Financial Incentives:

• Employee Referral Program

Educational Assistance:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer
• Tuition Assistance Program for staff who are continuing their education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• 5 free counseling sessions per year for employee or their family
• Immediate community referrals to licensed counselors
• 24/7 call line
• Tax consultation/financial resources
• Discounted legal services and mediation services
• Health and Wellness resources

Use of agency vehicles and/or mileage reimbursement

Agency-issued cellphone or cellphone reimbursement

"Dress for your day" dress code

Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Salary:

Starting at $16.00 an hour (Non-exempt)

About the Position:

The cook is responsible for preparing and serving nutritious, appealing meals for Guardian Angel's youth in accordance with the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Child Nutrition Program guidelines.

A Typical Day as a Residential Counselor:

• Prepare lunch, supper and snacks according to the approved ISBE-compliant menu.
• Ensure menus are followed as approved, report shortages or substitutions to the supervisor.
• Communicate food supply needs to supervisor.
• Assist with Midwest food bank distribution, Sysco distributions and grocery shopping as needed.
• Participate in training sessions required by ISBE and CYFS.
• Follow standardized recipes and portion sizes for age group.
• Follow all HACCP and ISBE food safety standards.
• Check and record food temperatures during preparation, service and storage.
• Assist staff with all clean-ups after lunch and supper.
• Label, date, and store food according to state and local health regulations.
• Complete daily ISBE Meal Production Records for meals served.
• Maintain good working relationships with co-workers. Respect each other, be polite, and value dignity.
• Assist with any other tasks assigned to you.
• Follow State Sanitation Code to maintain cleanliness of kitchen.

Location:

260 E Queenwood Road Morton, IL

Work Hours: Schedule is Monday thru Friday 11am to 6pm with some flexibility

Does the Following Apply to You?

• HS diploma or equivalent (Required)
• Food Handler's Certification or Food Service Sanitation Manager Certification or obtain within 30days of employment (Preferred)
• 1 year institutional cooking Experience (Preferred)

Additional Qualifications:

• Completion of DCFS criminal background check and fingerprinting
• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Obtain an insured vehicle
• At least three years of driving experience with a valid driver's license
• Successful completion of DCFS Foundations Training to obtain Child Welfare Licensure

Additional Benefits:

• Choice of 4 medical plans including PPO and high deductible plans with HSA
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401k plan with 4% employer match
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Plan and Dependent Care Plan

About The Center for Youth and Family Solutions (CYFS):

(CYFS) is seeking compassionate, committed, and culturally competent individuals who align with our mission of helping children and families in need with dignity, compassion, and respect to resolve life challenges. CYFS is one of Central Illinois' largest, nationally accredited social service agencies, serving over 20,000 individuals in 37 counties.

Our family-centered, inclusive, trauma-responsive, and strength-based interventions help bring about lasting positive change.

The Center for Youth and Family Solutions is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.