Cook

Langdon Place of Nashua; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Dental

Vision

401(k) Program

Vacation and sick time

Wellness program

Job summary

Langdon Place of Nashua in New Hampshire is seeking a Cook to provide nourishing meals for residents, following planned menus, recipes, and prescribed diets while upholding safety and sanitation standards.

You will prepare meals in large quantities, ensure proper portions and temperatures, handle substitutions, support special events, and keep work areas clean and well-stocked. A high school diploma is required; prior dietary or food-service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and instructions.
• One year of dietary or food-service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals per menus, recipes, diet orders, and resident needs.
• Prepare therapeutic and special diets accurately.
• Ensure meals are appetizing, properly portioned, and served at the proper temperature.
• Provide approved substitutions when needed.
• Support special meals, activities, and events.
• Maintain adequate food and supply levels.
• Keep production, storage, and prep areas clean and organized.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Follow sanitation, infection-control, food-safety, and workplace-safety procedures.
• Complete required food-service documentation.

Skills

Food safety

Sanitation

Teamwork

Menu following

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

About Us

At Langdon Place of Nashua, we're proud to be part of 603 Healthcare, a locally owned organization with 14 centers throughout New Hampshire. Being part of our organization means opportunities to build your skills, grow your career, and make a difference close to home.

At 603 Healthcare, our commitment is simple: Locals Caring for Locals. We believe great care starts with great people and we're looking for team members who want to make each day a little brighter for the people we serve.

Available Shift(s):

6AM - 2PM and 11AM - 7:30APM, weekday and weekend shifts available.

Compensation:

$19 – $23, based on experience + applicable shift differentials and full-time modified compensation options

Position Status:

Non-Exempt

About the Role

Food is an important part of quality of life, and our Cooks help make sure residents receive meals that are nutritious, appealing, safe, and appropriate for their individual needs.

You'll prepare meals according to planned menus, recipes, prescribed diets, and resident preferences while maintaining high standards for food safety, sanitation, portion control, and timely service.

What You'll Do

• Prepare meals according to menus, standardized recipes, diet orders, and resident needs.
• Prepare therapeutic and special diets accurately.
• Ensure meals are appetizing, appropriately portioned, and served at the proper temperature.
• Provide approved substitutions when needed.
• Support special meals, activities, and events.
• Maintain appropriate food and supply levels.
• Keep food-production, storage, and preparation areas clean and organized.
• Safely operate and maintain kitchen equipment.
• Follow sanitation, infection-control, food-safety, and workplace-safety procedures.
• Complete required food-service documentation and records.

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to prepare food in large quantities.
• Knowledge of safe food handling, sanitation, and food-service practices.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• One year of dietary or food-service experience in a hospital, nursing facility, or other medical setting preferred, but not required.

Benefits

We are proud to offer full- and partial employee benefits options, including:

• Healthcare benefits (full-time only)
• Dental (full-time only)
• Vision (full-time only)
• STD/LTD
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Program
• Vacation and sick time
• Personal days (full-time only)
• Wellness program with free telehealth, preventative care, deep discounts on some pharmaceutical prescriptions, and more

Eligible full-time employees may elect Modified Compensation calculated at 10-20% of the base rate in lieu of select benefits.

We celebrate a diverse team and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.