In-home Cook (FT, Chi Loop) at Province Of Our Lady Of Guadalupe Inc

In-house Cook (FT)

Franciscan Friars – Province of Our Lady of Guadalupe

Chicago - 60602

Do you enjoy cooking but are tired of the restaurant hustle? Would you enjoy working in a more private smaller setting? Are you willing to work Tuesday - -Saturday schedule with occasional ½ shift on Sunday? If you answered “yes” to these questions we may have a unique role of you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present meals that meet state and local food safety standards and friar requirements and expectations.
• Collaborate regarding meal schedule and materials.
• Receive deliveries and store/prep materials and food items.
• Ensure all kitchen equipment is properly cleaned and maintained in good & safe working order.
• Stock salad bar items and manage fryer
• Clean dining room and remove trash following breakfast and lunch meals
• Assist with managing supply of all perishable and non-perishable food items plus miscellaneous supplies required for a kitchen and meal preparation operation.
• Assist with executing special events and dinners for guests and fraternal members.

Required Qualifications and Attributes

• 5 – 7 years cooking and kitchen experience. Preference for experience with in-house meal preparation and/or catering experience.
• Experience with kitchen equipment operation, cleaning, maintenance, and replacement.
• Service orientation and self-directed work style.
• Strong communication skills and ability to interact with fellow employees and religious staff.
• Ability to safely lift 50 lbs.

Organizational background and Mission

We Franciscans owe our inspiration to Francesco di Bernardone, an affluent young merchant from the Italian town of Assisi, who in 1206 renounced his wealth and social status in favor of a life dedicated to God and the poor. His life and ministry inspired other men to join him and become the first Franciscan friars. Today, Francesco is known as St. Francis of Assisi, and the Order of Friars Minor comprises more than 100 provinces located around the world.

The Gospel life of the friars has four central components: first, to be men of prayer; second, to live as lesser ones, “not making anything our own;” third, to create a brotherhood of mutual care among ourselves; and fourth, to “go about the world” entering people’s everyday lives as heralds of God’s reign and agents of Gospel peace.

Celebrating difference, together stronger

Franciscan values suggest we don’t just accept difference — we celebrate it, we support it, and we thrive on it as we demonstrate our spirituality for the benefit of people, particularly the underserved and marginalized. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and make the world a better place.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, Time Off, STD/LTD, Term Life and a generous annual 401(k) contribution.