Chef

About Misericordia

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is a home to over 600 children and adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities. Misericordia offers a community of care that maximizes potential for persons with mild to profound developmental disabilities, many of whom are also physically challenged.

Misericordia offers a continuum of care to meet residents’ diverse needs and aspires for each individual to live as independently as possible in the highest level of community integration feasible. At Misericordia, we value our employees' fostering opportunities for growth and development, generous benefits, competitive pay and a supportive work environment. Misericordia employees contribute to the mission and the community with their presence and focus on making residents lives, a life worth living.

Misericordia's Greenhouse Inn Restaurant is currently hiring for a Chef/Cook.

Cook with Purpose – Be Home for Dinner!

• Tired of late nights and unpredictable schedules? At Misericordia’s Greenhouse Inn Restaurant, you’ll enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule, allowing you to be home for dinner while working in a well-respected Chicago non-profit that makes a difference. Join our mission-driven team where you’ll cook delicious meals, lead a supportive kitchen, and create employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
• Why Join Us?
• Work-Life Balance: No nights, no weekends—Monday-Friday lunch service only!
• Meaningful Work: Be part of Misericordia, a leader in supporting individuals with disabilities.
• Great Team: Lead a collaborative, mission-driven kitchen focused on quality and training.
• Competitive Pay & Benefits: Health insurance, PTO, 401(k), and professional growth opportunities.
• Pay Range: $21.00-25.00 an hour

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and serve high-quality meals following health and safety standards.
• Train and mentor kitchen staff, including individuals with developmental disabilities.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness, food safety compliance, and inventory management.
• Assist with menu planning and special event preparation.
• Setup breakdown and clean the kitchen
• Support our main campus kitchen as needed

What You Need:

· At least 1 year of food service experience (restaurant, catering, or institutional kitchen).

· Culinary Degree preferred.

· Ability to follow recipes, work efficiently, and maintain a safe kitchen environment.

· ServSafe Food Manager and ServSafe Allergen Certifications or equivalent training

· Passion for food, teamwork, and a mission-driven workplace.