Cook

National Health Care Associates; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan

Training & mentorship

Growth opportunities

Supportive environment

Meaningful work

Job summary

National Health Care Associates in Middletown, CT is seeking a full-time cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents, honoring dietary needs and preferences while contributing to a warm dining experience that supports quality of life.

You will work with dietary staff to plan menus, maintain kitchen cleanliness, ensure food safety, and manage inventory. A high school diploma is preferred; experience in healthcare settings is valued, and strong teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation & safety

Knife handling

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial slicers

Ovens

Grills

Large kitchen equipment

Job description

Water's Edge is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, 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 the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated.

Location

111 Church Street, Middletown, Connecticut, 06457

Contract

Cook for 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

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits package including a 10% defined contribution retirement plan
• Comprehensive training and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents

What You'll Bring

• 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

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.

Diversity & Inclusion

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