Cook

Wethersfield Corporate Office; Glastonbury (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Cook at the Glastonbury Center for Health & Rehabilitation, where you'll prepare nutritious meals and ensure dietary needs are met for our residents, in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits and the chance to make a meaningful impact in lives through food.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Improved health insurance

10% defined contribution retirement plan

Comprehensive training and mentorship

Support for professional growth

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Cook in healthcare or long-term care setting preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Safe knife handling skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals according to dietary requirements.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen.
• Order and manage inventory of food supplies.

Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Teamwork

Compassionate Nature

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

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A Great Place to Work

National Health Care Associates is proud to welcome the Glastonbury Center for Health & Rehabilitation to our affiliate family!

We think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and those that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And as National grows with the acquisition of Glastonbury, you will experience real career growth in an environment where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated.

We invite you to join our newest team at the Glastonbury Center for Health & Rehabilitation!

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Cook Full Time

What You'll Do:

As a Cook on our team, you will prepare and serve appetizing meals while ensuring dietary needs and preferences are met. Your culinary skills will contribute to creating a positive dining experience that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and cook nutritious and flavorful meals following prescribed menus and dietary requirements
• Ensure high-quality food preparation, presentation, and portion control
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards in the kitchen and food storage areas
• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan menus and accommodate special dietary needs
• Order and manage inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines

If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives through the power of food in an environment where compassion, care, and your culinary expertise come together, we invite you to join our team as a Cook!

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Glastonbury Center for Health & Rehabilitationfamily will enjoy:

• Competitive compensation
• Improved health insurance and retirement benefits including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Support for professional growth and development
• A collaborative work environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

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What You'll Bring:

Qualifications of a cook include:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Experience as a Cook, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care setting
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Safe knife handling skills
• Experience operating commercial slicers, ovens, grills, large blenders, etc.
• Ability to follow instructions for the safe use, cleaning and care of dietary equipment, preparation and service areas
• Compassionate and empathetic nature
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment

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We Hire for Heart!

National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values:Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.