Cook

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 31,684; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Free meals

Inclusive workplace

Accessible location

Job summary

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare in Peabody, MA is seeking a Cook for the Brudnick Center for Living. The role runs full-time from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a pay range of $18.00–$23.00 per hour, based on experience.

You will prepare and cook meals per planned menus and therapeutic diets, review menus, ensure ingredients are available, maintain clean storage, and follow safety and sanitation standards. Collaborate with dietitians and CNAs to implement dietary recommendations and support quality resident

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 1+ year experience as a Cook in a commercial setting.
• Prior experience in a long-term care or hospital setting preferred.
• Ability to function independently and as a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• English fluency (verbal and written).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, therapeutic diet requirements, and approved food safety and sanitation standards, including alternative meal selections when needed.
• Review menus before food preparation, ensure ingredients and supplies are available for upcoming meals, and help maintain a clean, organized food storage area.
• Follow all safety regulations, infection control practices, and sanitary procedures throughout food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the dietitian and interdisciplinary team, including CNAs, to implement dietary recommendations and support quality resident care.

Skills

English fluency

Cook experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Cook | Brudnick Center for Living
$18.00 - $23.00/hour, based on experience
Full-Time | 8:30AM - 5:00PM

At Brudnick Center for Living, we not only provide compassionate and comprehensive care, but we are a leader in the industry when it comes to the value we place on care and employee appreciation!

Delivering Solutions that Matter

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, therapeutic diet requirements, and approved food safety and sanitation standards, including alternative meal selections when needed.
• Review menus before food preparation, ensure ingredients and supplies are available for upcoming meals, and help maintain a clean, organized food storage area.
• Follow all safety regulations, infection control practices, and sanitary procedures throughout food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Collaborate with the dietitian and interdisciplinary team, including CNAs, to implement dietary recommendations and support quality resident care.

Qualifications for Success

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 1+ year experience as a Cook in a commercial setting
• Prior experience in a long-term care or hospital setting preferred
• Ability to function both independently and as a team
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to communicate fluently in English – both verbally and written

Benefits for Eligible Positions

• Comprehensive health & insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, company-paid life insurance, plus optional supplemental coverage (STD, LTD, accident, critical illness, pet insurance)
• Strong financial & retirement benefits including 403(b) retirement savings, flexible spending account, tuition reimbursement, and sign-on bonus
• Generous paid time off including vacation, sick time, and a paid birthday
• Perks that support daily living such as free meals, snacks, weekly groceries, and free parking
• Inclusive workplace with great environment and rewarding organization culture
• Convenient location & accessibility easily reachable via major highways and MBTA commuter rail and bus

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare conducts extensive background checks and professional references for all potential employees. If selected for hire, you must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations including fully‑vaccinated status for Covid‑19.