Wellness Dining Chef

Wellness Dining Chef
$15-$20/hr | Full-Time
Wesley Willows | Rockford, IL 

Start a meaningful career as a Wellness Dining Chef at Wesley Willows, a senior living community, where you will create high-quality culinary experiences for those we serve.

Make a difference in someone's life every day.
Join the Wesley Willows family, where your work is more than a job—it's a fulfilling journey of personal and professional growth, guided by strong ethics and a commitment to compassionate service.

Why Join Us?

• Make an Impact: This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others!
• Competitive Pay: $15 - $20/hr credit for experience
• Schedule: Full-time, Both AM and PM shifts available. Days may vary, with evenings and weekends required
• Supportive Team: We value our team members just as much as the people we serve
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do:

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods according to menus, dietary requirements, and safety standards
• Operate kitchen equipment and maintain cleanliness and sanitation
• Assist with food storage, inventory, and support special functions
• Collaborate with the dining services team to ensure quality service and adapt to changing needs
• Uphold a safe, efficient, and customer-focused kitchen environment

What You'll Need:

• High school graduate or equivalent (required)
• Must be 18 years or older to operate potentially hazardous equipment (required)
• 2 years of institutional cooking experience in long-term care or assisted living (required)
• Preferred: Experience in fine dining alongside institutional cooking

Benefits Available to You:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Mail Order Pharmacy
• Telemedicine
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program