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Cook - Part-Time 1st Shift

Smith Village
Chicago, IL Part Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/16/2026

Starting pay rate: $21.00 per hour (Commensurate with experience)

Additional 10% weekend pay differential
Weekend availability required. 

Part-time or Full-time
5:30AM-1:30PM or 11:30AM-7:30PM
Every other weekend requirement



Do you enjoy cooking and working in the kitchen? Do you enjoy putting together great meals for others?

If this sounds like you, Smith's dining team may be a great fit for you! We offer a fine dining experience for our residents and are looking for a Cook to add to our team.


What you bring to the table:

  • Culinary certificate or degree (Preferred)
  • Restaurant experience
  • Team player and positive attitude


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Prepares food in accordance with standardized recipes and therapeutic diets
  • Oversee all aspects of preparation, distribution, storage, and sanitation to assure all staff adheres to established procedures
  • Follows established safety, security, and sanitation precautions
  • Maintains production and temperature records accurately


Full -Time employee benefits include:


  • 401k with up to 4% employer contribution
  • Health, dental, vision and life insurance as well as Flexible Spending Account
  • Generous paid time off package and opportunity for PTO buy back
  • Employee Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement
  • Milestone anniversary dinner and gift
  • Holiday parties and bonus
  • Raffles





Salary : $21

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