Cook

Job overview

The Cook role is onsite in Deerfield, IL, paying $21.09 per hour, with a $0.75-per-hour shift differential for second shift and/or weekends. The cook supports the dietary department at CJE SeniorLife, a mission-driven organization serving older adults. The cook prepares meals to established menus, recipes, and portions while maintaining food safety, sanitation, quality, and timely meal service. The role also supports kitchen operations through inventory rotation, equipment care, and coordination with other associates.

What you'll do

• Prepare and cook food according to menus, recipes, and portions
• ensure meals and serving lines are ready on time
• maintain food and equipment temperatures
• follow food handling, safety, and sanitation standards
• set up and break down the cook line
• maintain clean work areas
• rotate and store food supplies properly
• assist other associates with kitchen duties.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

council for jewish elderly

deerfield il

cook

full-time

$21.09/hour

$0.75 shift differential

11:00 am–7:30 pm

every other weekend off

food preparation

food safety

food handler permit

medical and dental insurance

retirement plan

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Vacation and sick time, medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, training and development, employee assistance program, and discounts.

Why this role

Schedule is Monday through Sunday, 11:00 AM–7:30 PM, with Thursday off and every other weekend off. A valid food handlers permit is required; high school diploma or GED is preferred.

About the employer

Council for Jewish Elderly is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.