Cook/Assisted Living

Wingate Living; Haverhill (MA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A senior living community in Haverhill is looking for a full-time Cook to prepare and serve meals, ensuring safety and quality standards. Candidates should have food service experience and strong communication skills. This entry-level position values flexibility and teamwork, offering a supportive environment with competitive pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of food service experience in a health care dietary setting is desired.
• Ability to read and follow recipe directions.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and serves meals according to cycle menu.
• Monitors methods of food handling and preparation.
• Reports directly to the Dietary Manager.

Skills

Food service experience

Communication skills

Numerical ability

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Cook/Assisted Living role at Wingate Living

Wingate Residences at Haverhill

Cook

Schedule: Full-Time

Salary: $20.00-$22.00

Benefits: 401K, Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

Your Career. Your Calling. Our Commitment to Exceptional Care.

At Wingate Living, we\'re more than just senior living—we\'re builders of lifestyles, friendships, and communities you\'ll be proud to be part of. As a family-owned company with over 30 years of experience throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island, we offer a unique blend of healthcare and hospitality through a full continuum of premier services.

Join us, and bring your passion, expertise, and heart to a team that truly values you.

JOB PURPOSE: Prepares and serves meals according to cycle menu; monitors methods of food handling, preparation, meal service and equipment cleaning. The Cook reports directly to the Dietary Manager.

Position Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent education is preferred.
• Minimum one (1) year food service experience in a health care dietary setting is desired. Have general knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving.
• Verbal and writing abilities necessary to communicate and work effectively with various levels of staff, residents, family members and the public.
• Numerical ability necessary to make various computations in keeping work records, and in recipe preparation.
• Ability to read and understand and follows recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation. Must be patient and tolerant toward staff, residents, and family.
• Must be willing to assist at another facility for coverage or help during an emergency; travel will be reimbursed.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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