Cook - No Late Nights - Senior Living

Allegro Hyde Park - Cook (1st Shift) | $19.00/hr

Are you a culinary pro who takes pride in every plate?

At Allegro Hyde Park, we believe great food is great care - and we're looking for a skilled, passionate Cook to bring flavor, creativity, and heart to our dining experience every single day.

If you know your way around a commercial kitchen, hold yourself to high sanitation standards, and love cooking for people who truly appreciate a great meal - this is your stage.

Schedule
Sunday & Wednesday: 5:30am - 2:00pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday: 11:00am - 7:30pm
Days off: Tuesday & Saturday
Full-Time | ~40 hours/week

Pay: $19.00/hr | Non-Exempt

What You'll Bring to the Kitchen:

• Experience in restaurant or high-volume culinary environments
• Fluency across a variety of culinary cuisines and cooking techniques
• Rock-solid sanitation practices (ServSafe certification required)
• Excellent time management - because timing IS everything
• A team-first attitude and genuine passion for feeding people well

Why Allegro Hyde Park?
We're not just a place to work - we're a community. Our residents deserve restaurant-quality meals made with care, and our culinary team is celebrated for delivering exactly that. You'll work alongside a dedicated team in a supportive environment where your craft is respected and your contributions matter.

Allegro Hyde Park | Full-Time | 1st Shift
ServSafe Required | Prior Restaurant Experience Preferred
Ready to cook up something great? Apply today!

The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for residents and guests of the Community ensuring that the food presentation enhances the dining experience of the residents and guests.

Areas of Responsibility

• Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented making each meal service an exceptional occasion.
• Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director (DSD) and Chef/Lead Cook.
• Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes. Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, the budgeted costs and Company policies.
• Supervise and/or assist in the proper washing of all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils. Properly maintain all kitchen equipment. Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
• Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
• Other job duties as assigned - see full job description.

Required Qualifications

• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be flexible/adaptable, pay attention to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
• Must possess good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
• Must possess current manager's level food handler permit.
• Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
• The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year related cooking experience or equivalent preferred.
• Some software and computer skills preferred.

Allegro Living, LLC serves as the parent company of Allegro Management Company and Spring Arbor Management Company, uniting decades of senior living expertise under one trusted name. Formed through the 2025 merger of two well-established brands, Allegro Living is building a premier senior living platform defined by inspired lifestyles, compassionate care, and meaningful regional reach. The only thing we're missing is YOU!

Equal Employment Opportunity & Non-Discrimination

Allegro Living provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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