Home
/
Comprehensive
/
Cook
Cook-March 2024
Park Ridge
Mar 28, 2026
About Cook

  Sunrise Senior Living was again certified as a Great Place to Work® by Activated Insights. This is the 6th time Sunrise has received this top culture and workplace designation, highlighting the special place Sunrise is to be a part of.

  COMMUNITY NAME

  Sunrise of Park Ridge

  Job ID

  2024-204688

  JOB OVERVIEW

  The Cook uses their knowledge and experience in food production to ensure the proper, timely, and safe preparation and service of food according to established recipes, while adhering to all food safety and sanitation requirements and maintaining a safe and orderly kitchen. Responsible to effectively manage all food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator.

  RESPONSIBILITIES & QUALIFICATIONS

  Responsibilities:

  Cooking with Gas Incentive!!! $50 per week for 1 year!

  As a part of the Sunrise team, supporting our Mission, Principles of Service and Core Values is a fundamental part of this job. Our foundational belief is the sacred value of human life. The unique responsibilities for this role include but are not limited to the essential functions listed as follows:

  Ensures high standards for food taste and quality are upheld at all times.

  Prepares and serves meals in a timely manner and in accordance with established standardized recipes and menus.

  Utilizes production sheets to accurately record food production quantities and cooking, holding, and cooling temperatures.

  Prepares required dietary modifications as ordered.

  Uses Sunrise systems per guidelines for order taking and meal delivery to ensure accuracy.

  Stocks, rotates, dates, and stores product according to food safety standards and regulations.

  Maintains clean and organized kitchen, storage, and work areas.

  Completes assigned cleaning duties and ensures accuracy of daily and weekly cleaning logs.

  Maintains accurate equipment logs and reports any issues promptly.

  Maintains all cooking equipment in a safe and working order and reports any issues promptly.

  Complies with OSHA/British Columbia Workers Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Regulation requirements and Risk Management programs and policies, adheres to safety rules and regulations, and practices safety procedures at all times including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), fire extinguishers, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and Lockout Tagout procedures.

  Responsible for performing other Dining Services duties when assigned by community leadership in the following areas, but not limited to:

  Performs dishwashing tasks to properly wash and sanitize all dishes and china, silverware, glassware, utensils, and cookware.

  Operates dish machine(s) according to manufacturer instructions.

  Performs light janitorial duties, including but not limited to sweeping work areas, sanitizing production areas, and emptying trash.

  Cleans assigned kitchen equipment, including but not limited to stoves, ovens, fryers, microwaves, mixers, slicers, refrigerators, freezers, worktables, prep sinks, ice makers, coffee machines, hoods, and ventilation screens.

  Assists with service in the dining areas as needed.

  Collaboration, Engagement, and Team Success

  Actively participates and commits to working toward team goals.

  Demonstrates our Team Member Credo in daily interactions.

  Commits to serving our residents and guests through our Principles of Service,

  Contributes to the overall engagement programs for both residents and team members.

  Attends regular meetings; Town Hall, Department Team, Cross Over, and others as directed by the Dining Services Coordinator (DSC).

  Maintains compliance in assigned required training and all training required by state/province or other regulating authorities as applicable to this role to ensure that Sunrise standards are always met.

  Qualifications:

  One (1) year job related experience including food preparation in a restaurant, hotel, or other similar environment.

  High School Diploma/GED.

  Maintain the following certifications and ongoing training and re-education as required by Sunrise and regulations and laws as applicable:

  CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificate.

  ServSafe® Manager Certificate.

  Local Health Department Food Handler Card.

  Prior culinary apprenticeship or training a plus.

  Written and verbal skills for effective communication.

  Strong organizational and time management skills.

  Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills.

  Ability to handle multiple priorities.

  ABOUT SUNRISE

  Sunrise Senior Living has championed quality of life in senior care for more than 30 years. We believe team members are our greatest resource and are looking for people who share our commitment to provide quality care for seniors and their families. It's no surprise that many of the world's leading experts in Senior Living entrust their career to Sunrise.

  At Sunrise, you will…

  Make a Difference Every Day

  We are passionate about our mission — to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest.

  Be Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community

  The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best.

  I gnite Your Potential

  We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals.

  Apply today to learn why Sunrise Senior Living is a certified Great Place to Work®

  PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

  Sunrise considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members to be one of its highest priorities. Employment with Sunrise is conditioned on completing and passing a drug test (which does not include marijuana), participating in testing requirements (e.g. Tuberculosis Test, Physical Evaluation). Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination is only required to the extent mandated by applicable federal, state, and local laws and authorities.

  COMPENSATION DISCLAIMER

  Selected candidates will be offered competitive compensation based on geographic location of community/office, skills, experience, qualifications, and certifications/licenses (where applicable).

  Location : Name Sunrise of Park Ridge

  Type Full-Time

  Location : Address 1725 Ballard Road

  Location : City Park Ridge

  Location : State/Province (Full Name) Illinois

  Sunrise Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Comments
Welcome to zdrecruit comments! Please keep conversations courteous and on-topic. To fosterproductive and respectful conversations, you may see comments from our Community Managers.
Sign up to post
Sort by
Show More Comments
SIMILAR JOBS
Physician - Primary Care Mayfair Clinic
Details Specialty: Primary Care (Family Medicine or Internal Medicine) Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday, day shift, 36 clinical hours per week . Practice Detail: Outpatient only, joining 1 physicia
Research Associate, Cancer Biology, Czyzyk-Krzeska Lab
Research Associate, Cancer Biology, Czyzyk-Krzeska LabCurrent UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors >Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urb
Sr. Associate, Repair Sales
Date Posted: 2024-01-03 Country: United States of America Location: OT532: NQA - Lorton, VA 9712-D Gunston Cove Road, Lorton, VA, 22079 USA Otis Elevator Company is searching for a highly motivated S
USA - Assurance - Audit - Intern - Winter 2025
USA - Assurance - Audit - Intern - Winter 2025 1471742 AZ-Phoenix, CA-Irvine, CA-Los Angeles, CA-Sacramento, CA-San Diego, CA-San Francisco, CA-San Jose, CA-San Mateo, CO-Denver, CT-Hartford, CT-Stam
Benefit Plan Configuration Analyst - North Carolina - Remote
Our work matters. We help people get the medicine they need to feel better and live well. We do not lose sight of that. It fuels our passion and drives every decision we make. Job Posting Title Benef
Director, Programmatic Media
Company Description With a history that dates back over 80 years, Starcom is a global communications planning and media leader. We are an agency still grounded in our founding principle that people a
Culinary Specialist - Chalet Living & Rehab Center
Job Description The Food Service Worker will assist the manager with food/meal preparation; maintain cash receipts and meal records. Assist manager in completing daily reports. Maintain high standard
Design Build Discipline Leader - Water Services
36066BR Requisition ID: 36066BR Business Unit: NAU Job Description: CDM Smith has an exciting, immediate opening for an experienced and driven client-focused Design Build Discipline Leader to support
EHS Specialist
Description One focus area of the Amazon Workplace Health & Safety (WHS) mission is to provide tools, resources, and environments that support safe, efficient, healthy behaviors and encourage emp
Enterprise Account Executive Generalist, Spectrum Enterprise
Do you want to pursue new local Enterprise accounts while managing an existing portfolio? You can do that. Ready to use consultative sales techniques to outline beneficial combinations of networking
Copyright 2023-2026 - www.zdrecruit.com All Rights Reserved