Cook - Chicago, 60640

Ravenswood Senior Living
Chicago, IL 60640

Cook
Hours: 7:00 AM–7:00 PM or 11:00 AM–7:00 PM

About the Role

Ravenswood Senior Living is seeking a dependable and passionate Cook to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for preparing nutritious, flavorful meals for our residents while helping create a positive dining experience each day. You will work closely with the dietary team to ensure meals meet dietary guidelines, resident preferences, and quality standards. This position also plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Knowledge of food safety guidelines and sanitation practices
• Ability to read and follow recipes
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience, preferably in senior living, healthcare, or a similar setting
• Experience working with seniors
• Familiarity with menu planning and inventory management
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary needs, preferences, and scheduled menus
• Work collaboratively with the dietary team to support menu planning and meal service
• Ensure all meals are prepared and served in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen environment
• Assist with inventory, food storage, and supply organization
• Support special events, celebrations, and catering needs as requested

Skills

• Food preparation and cooking
• Knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation standards
• Attention to detail
• Teamwork and communication
• Time management and organization
• Ability to adapt to special dietary needs and resident preferences

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class under federal, state, or local law.