Cook Jobs

Kensington Square, a DePaul Community Residence-Single Room Occupancy (CR-SRO) Program, is looking for a per diem Cook to join our team! Under the supervision of the Dietary Director, the Cook prepares and serves meals in a timely manner and ensures they meet nutritional standards and are in recommended amounts to meet the dietary needs of residents.

Why work for DePaul?

• Excellent benefits and competitive wages
• Assists in the service of meals to assure that food is served attractively and in proper portions.
• Responsible for following recipes when needed when preparing meals.
• We value diversity
• Follows proper sanitation and safety procedures and assures that Dietary Assistants follow safety protocols. Wears attire suitable
• Responsible for advanced preparation of food while assuring that the quality of the product is maintained.
• Responsible for seeing that all food is served at the proper temperature.
• Make a positive difference in someone's life
• Opportunity for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive work environment

and safe for position.

• Supervises the maintenance, cleaning and sanitation of assigned culinary equipment and work areas.
• Regularly visits residents in the dining room to observe and evaluate meal service quality, diet appropriateness, quantity,
• Organizes and ensures sanitation of storerooms, refrigeration units and kitchen and dining areas.

temperature and appearance to ensure resident satisfaction.

• Responsible for the supervision of the Dietary Assistants and oversees the Dietary Department (including ordering of food and
• Follows all food safety protocols when storing and disposing left over foods.

supplies) in the absence of the Director.

• Responsible for the security of all dietary items and the prevention of loss from staff, residents and the public.
• Respects and maintains resident confidentiality and demonstrates a caring, positive attitude toward all residents (as per respect

policy), staff and guests.

• Participates in staff meetings and attends agency required trainings.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations for self, residents, and staff.
• Performs any other duties necessary for the effective operation of the programs.

Education / Experience

At least one-year work experience as a cook in a restaurant or in a large volume food service program is required.

A minimum of four shifts per month is required.

This position is eligible for the following benefits Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Generous PTO & Paid Holidays, 403B Employer Match, Employee Discount Programs. Free Parking and Staff Recognition Programs