Cook

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc; Norwood (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Employee discounts

PTO & holidays

MyFlexPay

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living is seeking a Cook to prepare high-quality meals that support residents' health and enjoyment. You will work in a safe, clean kitchen, following standardized recipes and dietary needs while maintaining records and supporting dining services as needed.

This role emphasizes teamwork, quality, and compliance with safety guidelines, with opportunities for growth within Sunrise’s senior living dining program and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Prepare meals according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Follow food safety guidelines and maintain sanitation.
• Adapt to dietary modifications and special meal requirements.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet Sunrise standards.
• Follow dietary modifications and special meal requirements.
• Record production quantities and food safety temperatures.
• Stock, rotate, date, and store food per safety regulations.
• Maintain clean kitchen, storage, and equipment areas.
• Complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines.
• Support dishwashing and dining service as needed.
• Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator.

Skills

Food preparation

Food safety

Time management

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day.As a Cook, you prepare high-quality meals that support residents’ health and enjoyment while maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and menus
• Ensure food quality, taste, and presentation meet Sunrise standards
• Follow dietary modifications and special meal requirements
• Record production quantities and food safety temperatures
• Stock, rotate, date, and store food per safety regulations
• Maintain clean kitchen, storage, and equipment areas
• Complete cleaning logs and equipment maintenance reports
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and OSHA guidelines
• Support dishwashing and dining service as needed
• Lead food production in the absence of the Dining Services Coordinator

Cook – Prepare Meals That Bring Residents Together Cook | Line Cook | Senior Living Dining

Pay Range: 19.65 - 24.65

As part of our team, you will help brighten the future for everyone at Sunrise and beyond. That is why we make it a priority to celebrate the unique ways you bring moments of togetherness and joy to everyone you serve. And when combined with the support, benefits, and growth opportunities we offer, the result is a career that PositivelyShines with everything you need to reach your goals – at work and in your life.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

Some benefits have eligibility requirements

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.