Cook

Challenge Unlimited - Rantoul, IL

Full-time

Rantoul, IL

Social Assistance

About the position

The Cook at Challenge Unlimited Inc. is responsible for food service support in a setting that empowers individuals with disabilities. This role involves food preparation, cooking, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment while contributing to teamwork and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food for service by gathering necessary equipment and supplies.
• Wash, peel, seed vegetables and fruits, and cut various food items including meats, poultry, and seafood.
• Follow recipes to measure and assemble ingredients and cook items according to menu specifications.
• Cook food using various methods such as grilling, deep frying, baking, broiling, and microwaving.
• Ensure food is prepared simultaneously, maintaining high quality and timely service.
• Clean work areas, equipment, and utensils, following sanitization guidelines.
• Assist with daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning of the kitchen and service areas.
• Help set up and tear down service area chairs and tables as needed.
• Direct the preparation and serving of food, ensuring proper storage of food and supplies.

Requirements

• Experience in food preparation and cooking in a commercial kitchen setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Ability to follow recipes and adjust quantities as needed.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with team members and supervisors.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities.
• Culinary certification or training.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of $18.58 per hour.
• Full-time employment with consistent hours.