Cook

The Arbors Assisted Living Residential Communities; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Part time

Job summary

The Arbors Assisted Living Residential Communities is seeking a Cook for Arbors/Ivy Assisted Living. This per diem/part-time role focuses on preparing meals with attention to presentation and adherence to recipes, while engaging residents to gather feedback.

We value someone who loves cooking, takes pride in each plate, and works as a team player in a supportive dining environment, ensuring safe, nutritious meals for residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and prepare recipes independently.
• Working knowledge of cooking fundamentals.
• Serve-Safe certification (or ability to obtain).
• Allergy awareness and anti-choking training.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to recipes, dietary needs, and safety guidelines
• Present food with care, pride, and attention to detail
• Step out to connect with residents and gather feedback
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Support the chef and kitchen team as needed
• Take pride in every meal served

Skills

Love of cooking

Food presentation

Pride in work

Feedback oriented

Team player

Job description

Cook - Arbors/Ivy Assisted Living
Per Diem/Part- time

Do you love to cook-and take real pride in how your food looks and tastes? Are you the kind of cook who steps out of the kitchen to ask, "How was everything?" and truly wants the answer?

We're looking for someone who cares about presentation, follows recipes and guidelines, and takes ownership of every plate that leaves the kitchen. Someone who understands that meals are one of the most important parts of a resident's day.

At Arbors/Ivy, dining is about comfort, connection, and quality-and we want a cook who feels the same way.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare meals according to recipes, dietary needs, and safety guidelines
• Present food with care, pride, and attention to detail
• Step out to connect with residents and gather feedback
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation regulations
• Support the chef and kitchen team as needed
• Take pride in every meal served

What We’re Looking For

• A genuine love of cooking and food presentation
• Someone who takes pride in their work and the dining experience
• Friendly, approachable, and open to feedback
• Detail-oriented and committed to following recipes and guidelines
• Team player with a positive, professional attitude

Requirements

• Ability to read and prepare recipes independently
• Working knowledge of cooking fundamentals
• Serve-Safe certification (or ability to obtain)
• Allergy awareness and anti-choking training
• Must be at least 18 years old

Join a team where your cooking brings comfort, connection, and smiles every day.

Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.