Chef / Cook - The Residence at Glastonbury

LCB Senior Living, LLC; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking a dedicated Chef/Cook to join their team at The Residence at Glastonbury. This rewarding role focuses on providing high-quality dining experiences for residents, ensuring satisfaction through excellent customer service and collaboration with culinary staff. With great benefits starting from day one, including health and dental coverage, this position offers a fulfilling opportunity to work in a supportive environment and make a positive impact on the lives of seniors. If you have a passion for cooking and serving others, this is the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Team Environment

Qualifications

• 1-3 years experience as a cook in healthcare or hospitality.
• Serve Safe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer service in a restaurant-style dining atmosphere.
• Collaborate with culinary staff to ensure resident satisfaction.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Customer Service

Kitchen Equipment Operation

Food Handling Procedures

Relationship Building

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: The Residence at Glastonbury - Glastonbury, CT

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

If you have been looking for a career that loves you back... This is the one!

LCB Senior Living is hiring a Chef / Cook at The Residence at Glastonbury. Apply today for immediate consideration!

**New Wages!!**

What We Offer:

• Great benefits starting from Day One (Full-Time):
  • Health
  • Vision
  • Dental
  • 401k
• PTO - Paid Time Off
• Work with an Amazing Team!
• Possibility for tuition reimbursement
• Rewarding role working with seniors

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality customer service and promote a restaurant-style dining atmosphere.
• Collaborate with the Culinary Services Director and/or Executive Director to ensure resident satisfaction with food and dining programs.
• Assist in supervising culinary staff alongside the Culinary Director.
• Support the preparation and execution of dining enhancement programs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in kitchen and food storage areas at all times.
• Handle opening and/or closing procedures for the kitchen.
• Follow cleaning schedules as assigned.
• Ensure all food is received, stored, and prepared according to company standards.
• Estimate food and supply needs and communicate with the food service team accordingly.
• Participate in preparing and cooking meals based on recipes and menus.
• Monitor and document food temperatures prior to service and in refrigeration units.
• Ensure snacks and beverages are available for residents at all times.
• Keep kitchen floors clean and trash emptied.
• Assist in transporting and storing food and supplies.
• Help in preparing and executing special events, banquets, and themed meals.

LCB's Non-Discrimination Policy:

LCB is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications and capabilities, without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetic information. All employment phases comply with applicable laws.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to build positive relationships, provide excellent customer service, handle multiple priorities, operate kitchen equipment safely, and follow food handling procedures.
• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred; 1-3 years experience as a cook in healthcare or hospitality; Serve Safe Certification.
• Experience: Experience in healthcare or hospitality settings preferred.
• Certificates/Licenses: Serve Safe Certification required.
• Physical Demands: Dexterity, visual and auditory acuity, ability to lift at least 15 lbs, push/pull carts, walk, sit, stand, and perform tasks requiring bending or reaching.