Cook

Senior Living Residences; Hampton (NH); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental and Vision insurance

Pre-tax retirement plan with company 1

DEI initiatives

Referral bonus program

Discounts on cellphones, pet insurance

Reduced meal costs

Tuition rewards program

Professional development

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Senior Living Residences’ Cornerstone at Hampton is seeking a friendly cook to prepare and plate meals for residents and events. You will accommodate dietary needs, maintain a safe, clean kitchen, and support the dining team in delivering a high-quality experience.

Join a caring, home-like workplace with opportunities for growth and professional development, including benefits from day one and a robust perks program. Competitive starting wage and flexible shifts available.

Qualifications

• Certification: Food Safety preferred.
• Experience: 1-2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting.
• Physical demands: lifting trays, moving tables and furniture as needed.
• Communication: ability to interact effectively with residents and co-workers.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and plate meals for residents and events.
• Accommodate residents' dietary needs as required.
• Maintain safety and cleanliness in food preparation areas.
• Support team with daily dining operations.

Skills

Effective communication

Punctuality

Reliability

Teamwork

Tools

Food Safety Certification

Job description

Cornerstone at Hampton’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Todayand #35 in the nation by USA Today! Cornerstone at Hampton is located at 298 Exeter Road, Hampton, NH. Learn more about Cornerstone at Hampton here .

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:

Full Time: Friday and Tuesday: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Saturday, Sunday, Monday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

PAY & BENEFITS:

Rates start at $18.50 per hour

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance , disability coverage , complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Reduced meal costs during scheduled shifts.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The cook will be responsible for preparing and plating food for meals and special events, and accommodating residents' dietary needs as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Certification: Food Safety certification, preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting
• Physical requirements : Lifting trays and dishes, occasionally moving dining tables and furniture
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.