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Cook Full-time 11AM–7:30PM Shift – No Late Nights!

10/17/2025

The primary purpose of your position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable standards and guidelines. You will ensure quality food service is provided at all times and assist with individual orders as requested by residents and guests.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Park Place is a different kind of retirement community – different because you’ll enjoy a lifestyle unlike any you’ve experienced before. A lifestyle without the maintenance hassles, but with lots of helpful services, remarkable amenities, and engaging neighbors just outside your door. A convenient location in Elmhurst, Illinois, considered one of the most retirement-friendly Chicago suburbs. And the unrivaled security of Life Care. All backed by Providence Life Services, a Christian-based organization that’s been a trusted name in Chicago-area senior living for more than a century.
About the Role

Description

Park Place is an elegant five-star community conveniently located across the street from Edward Elmhurst hospital. Here at Park Place of Elmhurst, we offer a continuum of care with the security of lifecare. Our residents also have access to assisted living, short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and memory support right on campus.  We’re looking for a hardworking, team-oriented Full-Time Cook who takes pride in preparing fresh, flavorful meals and enjoys a positive, people-centered workplace. 


Enjoy Work-Life Balance at a Five-Star Senior Living Community! 


Reasonable Hours: 11am-7:30pm schedule (rotating weekends)


Benefits:

PLS_HR_Benefits_Flyer_IL_IN.pdf

  • Supportive and welcoming work environment
  • Competitive Salary
  • Longevity Bonus
  • Blue Cross and Blue Shield Health Insurance (HMO, BA, PPO, or HSA)
  • Guardian Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Up to $1,200/year in Wellness Incentives (reduces medical premiums for enrolled employees and spouses)
  • Candidly Student Repayment up to $150/month!
  • 401k plan with up to 4% employer match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 8 Paid Holidays
  • EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
  • Tuition Scholarship Program

The primary purpose of your position is to prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, with our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Executive Director, to assure that quality food service is provided at all times.

  • Review menus and prepares food in accordance with menu.
  • Makes accommodations on individual orders as requested by residents/guests.
  • Assists with cutting, marinating and precooking foods.
  • Prepare and serve meals that are palatable and appetizing in appearance.
  • Serve food in accordance with established portion control procedures.
  • Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
  • Responsible for maintaining a sanitized work area.
  • Ensure that food area stocked and organized, alerts manager of any inventory deficiencies.
  • Keeps fast-moving pace with other cooks on the line so that all food is ready for each plate at the same time.
  • Wraps unused items and stores in proper areas at the end of a shift and shuts off all equipment at the station.

Requirements

  • 1–2 years of professional cooking experience preferred 
  • Illinois Food Sanitation License required
  • Senior living or healthcare cooking experience a plus
  • Ability to prepare large quantities and a la carte dishes
  • Positive attitude and teamwork mindset


EOE

Key Skills
Professional Cooking ExperienceFood PreparationMenu ReviewTeamworkPositive AttitudeSanitation PracticesPortion ControlInventory ManagementLarge Quantity CookingA La Carte Dishes
Categories
Food & BeverageHospitalityHealthcare
Benefits
Supportive And Welcoming Work EnvironmentCompetitive SalaryLongevity BonusBlue Cross And Blue Shield Health InsuranceGuardian Dental And Vision InsuranceUp To $1,200/Year In Wellness IncentivesCandidly Student Repayment Up To $150/Month401k Plan With Up To 4% Employer MatchPaid Time Off8 Paid HolidaysEAPTuition Scholarship Program
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