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Food Service Director
Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place —Rockford, IL
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
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Steak 'n Shake Rockford —Rockford, IL
- $15 - $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Food service experience
- Paid training
- Employee assistance program
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Panda Restaurant Group —Machesney Park, IL
- $19 - $22 an hour
- Email
- Restaurant management
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Conflict management
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Popeyes —Rockford, IL
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Popeyes —Rockford, IL
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Palermo's Pizza /La Casa Grande Mexican —Beloit, WI
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- Cooking
- Mid-level
- In-person
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Popeyes —Loves Park, IL
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Communication skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Steak 'n Shake Machesney Park —Machesney Park, IL
- Part-time
- Hospitality
- Quick service & fast food restaurant
- Food service experience
- Paid training
- Employee assistance program
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Lead Line Cook - Henry Dorrbaker's
Henry Dorrbaker LLC —Beloit, WI
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- ServSafe
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Qdoba - Roaring Fork —Beloit, WI
- $11 - $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Inventory control
- Customer service
- Restaurant management
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Food Service Director

Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place -
Rockford, IL

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Job Details

Qualifications

Food and beverage product quality management
Food quality maintenance
Kitchen health and safety standards
Recipe adherence
Assisting with meal planning
Food service health code compliance
Recipe development
Food service workstation cleanliness
Budget control
Writing skills
Menu concept development
Mid-level
Team development
Supervising experience
Institutional kitchen experience
Kitchen cost control
Continuous improvement
Inventory tracking for food cost management
Commercial kitchen cleaning
Hospitality industry experience
Kitchen staff training
Mentoring
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Materials management in food and beverage
Managing kitchen staff
Food ordering
Restaurant cost management
Training
Meal planning
Leadership

Full Job Description

Are you a culinary leader with a love for great food and a talent for guiding others? We’re looking for a Food Services Director to join our kitchen team and bring both excellence and heart to every dish served. In this hands-on role, you’ll oversee daily kitchen operations, support menu execution, and mentor our culinary team, all while creating memorable dining experiences for our residents and guests.

What You'll Do:

Supervise day-to-day back-of-house operations to ensure food quality, safety, and presentation standards
Lead, train, and motivate kitchen staff to consistently deliver high-quality meals
Assist with menu planning, food prep, and special events
Monitor inventory, ordering, and cost control in alignment with budget goals
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen environment that meets all health codes
Collaborate with front-of-house and leadership teams to ensure a seamless dining experience
Support innovation in recipes, presentation, and resident satisfaction

What We’re Looking For:

2–4 years of culinary experience in a supervisory or lead cook role (senior living, healthcare, hospitality a plus)
Experience and/or knowledge of meal preparation for large groups.
Ability to read and understand recipes, work in a team environment, work flexible shifts, handle multiple tasks at one time and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
Strong leadership and communication skills with a team-first mindset
Passion for food, service, and continuous improvement

Why Join Us?
At Trustwell, we believe in creating a work environment that fosters growth and satisfaction. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. By joining our team, you’ll become part of a community that values care and compassion toward its senior residents. We strive to build an inclusive work environment that celebrates differences and empowers all individuals with opportunities to channel their entrepreneurial spirit. Trustwell is an EEO employer.

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