Local Jobs: Suzie's Hallmark, Salina's Catering, County Fair Foods, Sarah's Stables

Finding a job can be a tough task. Putting together a résumé, hitting the streets looking for “Help Wanted” signs and making the best impression on potential employers can be a tall order for anyone. Luckily, Patch wants to help local readers find a few jobs and put some cash in your pockets.

That’s why each week, Patch will be spotlighting a few job openings that we think our readers can fill.

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NEW OPENINGS

Chiropractic Care in Homewood is seeking a professional, punctual, friendly, reliable receptionist/ assistant. Experience preferred but not required. On the job training provided. Hours include evenings on Monday, Tuesday and Thursdays until 7:15 p.m., Fridays 12 to 5 p.m., and Saturdays 7:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those interested should fax resume to 708-798-5550, attention: Lisa. Click here for more info.

Suzie’s Hallmark in Homewood is seeking a part-time sales associate. Previous retail experience preferred but not necessary. Must be 18 or older.

Sara’s Stables in Willow Springs seeks a full-time barn manager, customer service representatives, trail guides, pony walkers and drivers for truck and horse trailers. Honest, hard-working individuals with some horse experience preferred. Must be available to work long hours on weekends. Contact 708-301-6645 to set up an appointment.

Salina’s Catering in Tinley Park seeks a pizza maker/cook, summer rental assistant, driver and tent installer, and dishwasher. Apply in person at 7551 W. 175th St.

Arrenello’s Pizza in Tinley Park is hiring Kitchen Help/Line Cook.

County Fair Foods in Beverly is hiring a Deli clerk.

Trinity Services in New Lenox is hiring for the following:

• Development Associate

Development office in innovative nonprofit human services organization seeks creative self-starter to coordinate fundraising events and direct mail appeals.

Qualifications: Qualified candidates must have: A bachelor’s degree in communication, marketing, or public relations; excellent written and oral communication skills; an eye for detail; proficiency in Microsoft Office; working knowledge of InDesign and Photoshop. This position requires the management of multiple projects, working independently and as part of a team. Candidates must therefore excel at organizing and prioritizing work.

Responsibilities: In addition to fundraising, additional duties include maintaining a presence within the community, public speaking, development of some marketing materials, and social media.

Deadline: May 31, 2015

• Independent Living Counselor

Description: An Independent Living Counselor (ILC) provides services and supports to individuals with disabilities served byTrinity Services in community residential settings. Job duties include: providing individualized assistance and coaching with personal care, meal preparation, leisure activities, transportation to jobs and appointments, and assistance with other daily activities as necessary in order to assist individuals in gaining independence and achieving personal outcomes.

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED Additional qualifications include: balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, pushing wheelchairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds

How to apply/contact information: Please email your resume (include the position you are applying for) to jobs@trinity-services.org

Deadline: May 31, 2015

• Job Coach

Description: Supports persons with disabilities on the job, teaching and adapting the environment so that increasing levels of independence are achieved. Coaches usually work with people who are starting new jobs, continuing for several months until they reach proficiency.

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. Additional qualifications include: balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, pushing wheelchairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds

How to apply/contact information: Please email your resume (include the position you are applying for to jobs@trinity-services.org

Deadline: May 31, 2015

• Qualified Developmental Disability Professional

Description: Performs highly responsible duties related to the development, implementation and coordination of Individual Service Plans for individuals with developmental disabilities. Maintains, reviews and evaluates pertinent program data relative to each individual’s growth and development; guides and leads the Community Support Team in treatment and habilitation methods; ensures that services are being correctly implemented; provides training to direct care staff as indicated; reviews individual service plans on a monthly basis

Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in a human service field and at least one year experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities. Additional qualifications include: balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, pushing wheelchairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds

How to apply/contact information: Please email your resume (include the position you are applying for) to jobs@trinity-services.org

Deadline: May 31, 2015

• Team Leader

Description: A Team Leader is responsible for leading a group of Independent Living Counselors (ILC) in all aspects. Team Leaders oversee one to three community integrated homes for adults with developmental disabilities. Duties would include: participating as a member of the Community Support Team which helps in the development and implementation of assigned individuals’ service plan, represents the agency in leadership and administrative activities, ensures a positive, normalized home environment.

Requirements: Requires the knowledge, skill, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences. Minimally has a high school diploma or GED. Additional qualifications include: balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, pushing wheelchairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

How to apply/contact information: Please email your resume (include the position you are applying for) to jobs@trinity-services.org

Deadline: May 31, 2015

• Maintenance Assistant

Description: The primary responsibilities of a maintenance assistant would include: performing general carpentry work and repair, construction or alteration. The position will operate basic equipment such as drills, saws, planners and sanders. They will be responsible for basic plumbing and electrical work. A qualified applicant should have their high school diploma or GED, working knowledge of tools, materials, methods and standard practices of the trade and must have a valid driver’s license.

Qualified applicants should submit their cover letter (include the position you are applying for) and resume to Sara Tassone at stassone@trinity-services.org

Deadline: May 27, 2015

• Midnight Supervisor

Description: A Midnight Supervisor is responsible for leading a small group of Independent Living Counselors (ILC) during the midnight shift (10:30pm-6:30am). A midnight supervisor would oversee three residential homes that are located in close proximity together. Duties would include: assist with supporting the midnight staff by overseeing the three houses, coordination of fire/tornado drills, monitoring task completion, participate in leadership meetings .

Requirements: Requires the knowledge, skill, training and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences. Minimally has a high school diploma or GED. Additional qualifications include: balancing, pulling, pushing, standing, climbing, grasping, stooping, crouching, crawling, kneeling, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, pushing wheelchairs, and lifting up to 40 pounds.

How to apply/contact information: Please email your resume (include the position you are applying for) to jobs@trinity-services.org

Deadline: May 31, 2015

Eye Level Learning Center in Orland Park seeks a part-time math instructor to tutor students from grades 1 to 8. All teaching materials are provided. The instructor will work with students on an individual or small group setting. Must be flexible with changes in setting and time. Must be a ollege student or above with at least 20 units completed. This is a part-time, year-round position. Those interested should send “resume” to orlandparknorth@myeyelevel.com ATTN: “Instructor Position-YOUR NAME”.

Dancing Marlin restaurant in Frankfort is seeking a server and a host. Server applicants must have knowledge and passion for great food and wine, outgoing personality with excellent interpersonal skills. Should have strong work ethic focused on 100 percent guest satisfaction. Should enjoy engaging with BOH and other team members. Ability to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays. Host applicants must be outgoing, friendly and charming personality. Ability to multitask answering the phone, great and seat guests, clear tables and run food. Should be able to work flexible shifts and schedules, including weekends and holidays. To apply, email info@dancingmarlinrestaurant.com.

La Bella Baskets & Gifts in Orland Park is seeking individuals interested in becoming gift consultants. Part- and full-time positions available. For further information, please contact Jan Wolf at myfavbasketsjanw@gmail.com or visit the website for details.

White Street Café in Frankfort is a looking to add experienced line cooks. Full and part-time positions are both available. Ideal candidate will have at least 2 years’ hot line experience. Email resume to info@whitestreetcafe.comto set up an interview and perhaps a stage.

Palos Hills dental practice is seeking a part-time dental assistant/receptionist. Candidate must have four handed dentistry skills and be familiar with dental terminology. Individual must have experience in taking digital x-rays and all other aspects of general dentistry. Should have great communication skills when interacting with patients as well as team members. Days available are Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Compensation based on experience. Email resume tosmile@drstolis.com.

First Bank of Manhattan is seeking a mortgage processor. Duties include working with lending officers to process mortgages and other credit requests, maintaining credit files and handling oral and written inquiries on existing customers. Interact with attorneys, appraisers and title companies to process credit requests. The position has a considerable amount of customer contact. Excellent customer service is critical to this job. Send your resume to Angela Brandau at (815) 478-4611or abrandau@fnbmanhattan.com prior to April 17, 2015 to apply.

Michet Dental Offices in Evergreen Park is seeking a “quick learning, friendly, and responsible person” to join its team. Candidate should have one year dental chair-side assisting experience or a graduate from an accredited dental assistant curriculum. Experience chair-side assisting, charting and dental coding-knowledge with dental software, Softdent preferred. Should also have experience taking digital x-rays. Must have a cheerful disposition, exceptional people skills, be able to multitask, be flexible with hours and will be willing to travel between Evergreen Park and Orland Park offices. Please email resumes to michetdentalep@att.net or fax to 708-424-7743.

OTHER POSITIONS

CMT Teach Me How Academy in Chicago Heights is hiring teachers to join the current staff. Must be able to work with children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Teacher Qualifications: 60 credit hours ( 6 of those in Early Childhood courses) or 1 year experience in Childcare Center and 30 credit hours with 6 of those credits in Early Childhood. Also taking applicants with a certificate, associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education. Contact Cheryl Anderson at 708-323-8749.

Standard Bank and Trust is hiring for the following positions. Apply online:

• Seasonal Teller: 5 positions at Naperville/Bolingbrook, Villa Park, Chicago, Shorewood, and Minooka branches. Full-time, paid position for over the summer. Teller will provide a complete customer service experience by greeting and thanking customers, completing customer transactions, answering questions, and making appropriate product recommendations. Must have 6 months of cash handling experience and at least a High School Diploma/GED.
• Full-time Teller: 2 positions at Oak Forest and Bolingbrook branches. Must have 6 months of cash handling experience and at least a High School Diploma/GED.
• Senior Teller: Villa Park. In addition to day-to-day teller responsibilities, the Senior teller must also assist in the completion of teller performance reviews and on-going coaching sessions, perform all branch audits, and assist in creating the branch schedule. Must have 3 years’ tellers experience and at least a High School Diploma/GED.
• Personal Banker I: New Lenox.Responsibilities include opening and maintaining accounts, opening and closing branch, performing audits, providing support to the Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager by taking and closing loan applications. Must have 1-3 years’ banking experience and at least a High School Diploma/GED, Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.

K&S Precision Metals in Chicago is hiring for a position working with light machine duties which may include: chop saw, draw bench, drill press, etc. Applicants need to be of 18 years of age plus. Full- and part-time available. Starting pay based on experience. Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. through 4 p.m. Email ksmetals2@aol.com for questions or for an application.

Michaels is hiring material handlers for its distribution center. Must be 18 years old. Duties would include:

• Unload, separate, palletize and tag incoming freight for receipt into company inventory.
• Verify all shipments have correct carton counts and that all damaged merchandise and shortages are identified and noted before signing carriers freight bill.
• Put away merchandise.

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OTHER OPENINGS

Smokey Barque restaurant in Frankfort is hiring several people for the following positions: hostesses, bus staff, servers, and kitchen staff. Experience a plus but will train the right people. Nights and weekends a must. Apply online at www.smokeybarque.com.

Park Lawn, a local non-profit organization which provides services to persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities, is seeking the following:

• Part-time Driver

To drive developmentally disabled clients from home to work or school in vans provided by Park Lawn; Driver must be 26 years or older; clean driving record; ability to pass PACE certification; Approximate hours Monday through Friday 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. $8.50/hour or $9.50/hour with CDL Apply at www.parklawn.com

• Direct Support Person at Park Lawn School and Activity Center

To provide support with activities of daily living for persons with intellectual/developmental disabilities; Will work various shifts in residential homes. Must be 18 years of age or older, have high school diploma or GED; $8.92/hour or $9.42/hour with CNA; Apply at www.parklawn.com.

Coach’s Corner, 8116 W. 143rd St. in Orland Park, is hiring servers (must be 18) and bartenders (must be 21). Experience helpful but not required. Nights and weekends a must Apply in person.

EVEN MORE OPENINGS!

Center for Dental Excellence in Flossmoor is seeking a certified dental assistant. Will you care genuinely about our patients? Do you have lots of energy, a great work ethic and are you fun to have around? Are you available Monday through Saturday? If you answered yes to all of these questions, please call 708-213-7992 to hear a message from Dr. Goldberg with more details about the rapidly growing practice and specific instruction on how to apply.

A Palos Heights-based senior home care agency is actively hiring caregivers, certified nursing assistants and home health aides for full time and part time positions in the following areas: Palos Heights, Worth, Palos Park, Palos Hills, Chicago Ridge, Alsip, Oak Lawn, Hickory Hills, Midlothian, Oak Forest. Apply online.