Cook

Autumn Lake Healthcare LLC; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holiday pay

Opportunities for growth and advancement

Supportive and friendly work environment

Holiday Pay

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

A long-term care nursing home in New Jersey is seeking a compassionate Cook to prepare meals that meet residents' dietary needs. The ideal candidate will have prior cooking experience in healthcare, knowledge of therapeutic diets, and a respectful attitude towards elderly residents. The role offers a supportive environment, competitive hourly pay, and opportunities for growth. Health and dental insurance along with paid time off are also provided.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting preferred.
• Familiarity with therapeutic diets and portion control.
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented attitude.
• Respectful and caring approach toward elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Work collaboratively with dietary and nursing staff.
• Accommodate special diets (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium, pureed).

Skills

Cooking experience

Knowledge of dietary guidelines

Teamwork

Food safety standards

Job description

We're Hiring: Cook – Autumn Lake at Salem (Long-Term Care Nursing Home)

Join Our Caring Team!
AtAutumn Lake at Salem, we pride ourselves on creating a warm, welcoming environment for our residents and staff. We’re currently seeking a compassionate and reliableCookto help nourish our residents with delicious, well-balanced meals that meet their dietary needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to established menus and dietary guidelines
• Ensure food safety and sanitation standards are met at all times
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Work collaboratively with dietary and nursing staff
• Accommodate special diets (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium, pureed)

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting preferred
• Familiarity with therapeutic diets and portion control
• ServSafe certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Strong work ethic and team-oriented attitude
• Respectful and caring approach toward elderly residents

Why Autumn Lake at Salem?

• Supportive and friendly work environment
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Meaningful work that makes a difference

Compensation

Competitive hourly rate based on experience