Cook - Monmouth, IL

Part-Time Cook

High Point Residence Monmouth
Monmouth, IL

Schedule: Primarily daytime hours with occasional evenings as needed. Every other weekend availability is required.

About the Role

High Point Residence is seeking a dependable, experienced, and compassionate Cook to join our culinary team. In this role, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that meet residents' dietary needs while creating a welcoming and enjoyable dining experience.

Working alongside our dietary team, you will help ensure meals are prepared according to approved menus, recipes, and food safety standards while maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient kitchen. If you enjoy cooking and making a positive impact in the lives of older adults, we'd love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to approved menus, recipes, and therapeutic dietary requirements.

• Ensure meals are served with consistency, quality, and proper portion control.

• Assist with food preparation for daily meals, special events, and holiday celebrations.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen in accordance with food safety and sanitation standards.

• Properly store, label, and rotate food to ensure freshness and regulatory compliance.

• Monitor kitchen inventory and assist with ordering food and supplies.

• Follow all infection control, sanitation, and workplace safety procedures.

• Work collaboratively with dietary team members to provide an exceptional dining experience for residents.

• Perform additional duties as assigned to support the dietary department.

QualificationsMinimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Previous experience as a cook, preferably in a healthcare, senior living, assisted living, or long-term care setting.

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and safe food handling practices.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience preparing meals for seniors or individuals with specialized dietary needs.

• Experience with menu planning and inventory management.

• ServSafe Certification (preferred).

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent cooking skills with strong attention to detail.

• Thorough understanding of food safety and sanitation regulations.

• Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.

• Strong organizational and time management skills.

• Dependable, team-oriented, and committed to providing outstanding service.

• Passion for creating delicious, nutritious meals that enhance residents' quality of life.

Why Join High Point Residence Peoria?

At High Point Residence Peoria, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day through the meals you prepare. Our dining team plays an important role in creating comfort, connection, and memorable experiences for our residents.

We offer:

• Supportive and collaborative team environment

• Primarily daytime schedule

• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents

• Stable, rewarding work in a growing senior living organization

High Point Residence is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.