AM Cook: Fresh Start Kitchen & Resident Care

Robinwood Retirement Community; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

HSA/FSA

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Robinwood Retirement Community is seeking an AM Cook to start the day with great food and energy. In a scratch‑based kitchen, you’ll prepare a variety of foods with attention to portion size and presentation, while building connections with residents and staff.

The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and consistent, high‑quality plating to support a warm, welcoming dining experience for residents and guests alike.

Qualifications

• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking.
• Must be able to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must secure food handler permits within two weeks of start.
• Available to work a Monday–Friday schedule with 6:00am–2:30pm shift, and PM shift as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables, ensuring each plate is appealing.
• Engage with residents and team members, contributing to a warm, family‑like kitchen environment.
• Complete opening and closing tasks, morning setup and end‑of‑day shutdown, and support teammates with shared duties.
• Keep stations stocked and organized, refresh pantry items, and monitor refrigeration for freshness and safety.
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen by cleaning work areas and equipment and tracking temperatures.

Skills

Kitchen preparation

Cooking

Food handler permits within 2 weeks

Read English

PM shift flexibility

Job description

Robinwood Retirement Community is seeking an AM Cook to start the day with great food and energy. In a scratch‑based kitchen, you’ll prepare a variety of foods with attention to portion size and presentation, while building connections with residents and staff.

The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and consistent, high‑quality plating to support a warm, welcoming dining experience for residents and guests alike.