Cook

Senior Living Residences; Marlboro Township (NJ); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan with company match

Free meal during shift

Tuition rewards program

Job summary

Senior Living Residences Marlboro is seeking a compassionate cook to prepare and plate meals for residents and special events, while accommodating dietary needs. This full-time role offers mornings and afternoons shifts, starting at $20 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental and retirement plans, plus opportunities for professional development.

You will work in a home-like environment that prioritizes safety, teamwork, and a high-quality dining experience for

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Punctuality

Reliability

Education

Food Safety certification (preferred)

Job description

Senior Living Residences Marlboro'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 Today! Senior Living Residences Marlboro is located at 52 County Route 520, Morganville, NJ. Learn more about Senior Living Residences Marlboro here .

AVAILABLE SHIFTS:

Full Time: varying schedule mornings and afternoons

PAY & BENEFITS:

Rates start at $20 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.
• Free meal during scheduled shift.
• 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.