Cook

*Cook* * Wage: $15.
00 to $17/hour, based on experience * Full-time positions available * Morning, Day & Evening shifts available * Background check, drug screen, and proof of employment eligibility required * Location: 365 East North AvenueNorthlake, IL 60164 *We’re looking for friendly, compassionate, team players to join our culinary team!* Under the guidance of the chef/production manager, cook meals and provide food service for patients, the retail cafe, and catering events at the hospital.
*Responsibilities* * Prepare high-quality meals for patients, visitors, and hospital staff * Follow company recipes and guidelines to prepare all food items * Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all cleaning, sanitation, and closing procedures * Adhere to the facility’s health and safety policies and procedures * Assist team members and management as needed to help the department operate efficiently *Qualifications * * Minimum of 2 years of experience in a commercial kitchen (fast food, hotel operations, healthcare) * Must be at least 18 years old * Communicate effectively in English and work well in a team environment * Must practice good personal hygiene, be neatly groomed, and be in uniform * Preferred: Culinary experience (cook, cooking, line cook, commercial kitchen, fast food, dietary cook, healthcare foodservice) *Physical Requirements* * Prolonged standing and walking continuously, pushing dish racks, frequent stooping, bending, and lifting up to 50 pounds * Must be able to operate equipment necessary to perform essential functions of the job *Benefits* We offer flexible schedules, excellent training, competitive wages, work-life balance, job satisfaction, and promotion opportunities.
* Paid Time Off * Medical * Dental * 401K * Short Term Disability * Voluntary Life * Safety Incentive Program *Important to Know* * Applicants must pass a background check, drug screen, and provide proof of employment eligibility in the U.
S.
* Many healthcare facilities require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved exemption in place.
* Veterans and candidates with military experience are encouraged to apply.
* HHS is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to workplace diversity and inclusion.
*About HHS* HHS is a private, family-owned business dedicated to caring for its team members and providing honest, quality-driven customer service.
Founded in 1975 as Hospital Housekeeping Systems, today HHS provides services including housekeeping, food, and facility management to nearly 1,000 customers across six industries.
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $15.
00 - $17.
00 per hour Expected hours: 40 per week Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance Experience level: * 2 years Shift: * Day shift * Evening shift * Morning shift Weekly day range: * Monday to Friday * Rotating weekends Experience: * Culinary: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person