Line Cook

Berwyn, IL, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Hourly

Range $19.00 - $21.00

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

Mental health

prescription benefits

Paid Time Off

401(k) savings with employer match

short-term disability

long-term disability

Life insurance

Job Description

Belmont Village Senior Living, founded in Houston in 1997, is a leading integrated developer, owner, and operator of high-quality senior living communities. With over 5,000 employees and more than 5,000 units, Belmont Village has established itself as a trusted name in the industry, offering award-winning independent living, assisted living, and memory care programs across 35 locations throughout the United States and Mexico City. The company is known for its distinctive design, exceptional standards of life and safety, and innovative cognitive health and life enrichment programs developed in collaboration with respected institutions such as UC San Diego, USC, UCLA, and Baptist Health South Florida. Belmont Village is recognized as a Great Place to Work® since 2018 and has been acclaimed by U.S. News & World Report as Best in Senior Living. The company takes pride in fostering a supportive, stable, and rewarding workplace environment for its employees throughout major markets including the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, San Diego, Chicago, and South Florida.

This hiring event at the Glenview location is looking to fill the position of Full-Time Line Cook. The Line Cook will be an integral member of the culinary team responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals in a restaurant-style dining setting designed specifically for senior residents and guests. The role involves food preparation from scratch, cooking, plating, and ensuring that every dish meets Belmont Village’s high standards for quality, presentation, and safety. Candidates will work in a professional commercial kitchen environment, operating between the typical shifts of 10am to 7pm and 9:15am to 5:45pm with some weekend and holiday shifts as needed.

Ideal candidates for this role are dependable, team-oriented professionals who thrive in fast-paced culinary environments. Strong knife skills, adherence to recipe standards, thorough knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices, and the ability to multitask during busy meal service times are critical. Belmont Village values culinary professionals who are passionate about hospitality, strive to provide an exceptional dining experience for their residents, and maintain a positive, cooperative attitude within their teams.

Working at Belmont Village offers a more predictable schedule compared to many traditional restaurants, enabling a better work-life balance. The company promotes career growth opportunities with ongoing development programs, a supportive team culture, and comprehensive employee benefits. Working here means joining an award-winning senior living community where exceptional hospitality and culinary excellence come together to enrich the lives of seniors every day.

Job Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
high school diploma or equivalent
professional, pleasant and team oriented attitude
must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English
minimum of 6 months line cook experience in a high volume restaurant setting
proven success with basic culinary skills such as knife handling, accurate measurements and cooking methods
ability to work assigned shifts including early morning, evenings, weekends and holidays as needed
consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community
offers of employment are contingent upon completion of applicable post-offer pre-employment screenings, which may include a job-related background check, drug screening, physical examination, and TB testing, consistent with applicable laws

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
minimum of 6 months line cook experience in a high volume restaurant setting
proven success with basic culinary skills such as knife handling, accurate measurements and cooking methods
professional, pleasant and team oriented attitude
ability to communicate clearly in verbal and written English

Job Duties

Prepare meals from scratch according to assigned recipe specifications and quality standards
follow recipes, manage portion control and ensure attractive plate presentation
properly manage cook times while preparing and efficiently managing several orders simultaneously
maintain cleanliness and order in the kitchen ensuring compliance with regulations, policies and procedures
follow checklists and company procedures to ensure kitchen is stocked and well maintained at all times
make hospitality, customer service, and resident satisfaction your top priorities in every interaction