Cook [dining]

Senior Living Residences; Farmington (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Free meal during shifts

Tuition rewards program

Commuter benefits

DEI initiatives

Bonus program for referring associates

Retail discounts

Job summary

Senior Living Residences’ Farmington Station seeks a part-time cook to prepare and plate meals for residents and events, while accommodating dietary needs and maintaining high service standards.

Part-time shifts include 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM on Mon, Fri, Sat and Sun. Earn around $20/hour with an attractive benefits package and opportunities for professional development within a senior living community.

Qualifications

• Certification: Food Safety certification preferred.
• Experience: 1-2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting.
• Physical: Lifting trays and occasional moving dining tables and furniture.
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers.
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Responsibilities

• The cook will be responsible for preparing and plating food for meals and special events, and accommodating residents' dietary needs as required.

Skills

Food safety

Cooking

Resident care

Communication

Job description

Farmington, ConnecticutFarmington Station’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. A career at Farmington Station means joining a team of caring and compassionate professionals who are encouraged to share their opinions and ideas. Voted a #5 top place to work by Hartford Courant, you will find meaningful work with a team that delivers great service for a company that has your back. Enjoy an outstanding benefits package and the opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors. Learn more about Farmington Station here .

Cook

Farmington, ConnecticutFarmington Station’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. A career at Farmington Station means joining a team of caring and compassionate professionals who are encouraged to share their opinions and ideas. Voted a #5 top place to work by Hartford Courant, you will find meaningful work with a team that delivers great service for a company that has your back. Enjoy an outstanding benefits package and the opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors. Learn more about Farmington Station here .

Available Shifts

Part Time: Monday, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Pay & Benefits

Rates start at $20 per hour

Benefits

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance , disability coverage , complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Free meal during scheduled shifts.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The cook will be responsible for preparing and plating food for meals and special events, and accommodating residents' dietary needs as required.

Requirements

• Certification: Food Safety certification, preferred
• Experience: Minimum 1-2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting
• Physical requirements : Lifting trays and dishes, occasionally moving dining tables and furniture
• Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
• Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program in an effort to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.