Cook – Full Time
The Briarwood Community
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Job summary
The Briarwood Community in Worcester, MA is seeking a skilled Cook to join our Dining Services team. You will prepare and portion meals, follow menus and safety standards, and collaborate with a supportive team to deliver nutritious meals to residents.
We offer a competitive hourly pay of $20.00–$22.00, along with benefits including PTO, health and retirement plans, and access to on-site amenities. This is a full-time, on-site position with consistent evening and weekend shifts.
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- High School Diploma or GED required.
- Restaurant or food service experience preferred.
- ServSafe certification required.
- Excellent cooking skills with attention to detail and food presentation.
- Ability to multitask, work efficiently under pressure, and manage multiple kitchen stations.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards; familiarity with best practices in senior living preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and portion food in accordance with planned menus, established production procedures, and dining services standards.
- Ensure food and supplies are available in adequate time for meal preparation and service.
- Follow heart-healthy and cycle menu recipes while maintaining consistency and quality.
- Complete food temperature checks prior to service and document as required.
- Comply with all sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards while observing proper food handling techniques.
- Maintain a clean, organized work area and clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Supervise dishwashers and oversee waitstaff while they are in the kitchen.
- Properly store and label food in accordance with food safety standards.
- Prepare ingredients and menu items for the following day as needed.
- Ensure dish machines are thoroughly cleaned and free of debris.
- Dispose of garbage properly and complete end-of-shift kitchen cleaning duties, including equipment, prep areas, sinks, and floors.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Dining Services.
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Full Time Worcester, MA, US
9 days ago Requisition ID: 1056
Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly
Cook - Dining Services
The Briarwood Community — Worcester, MA
The Briarwood Community offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where employees are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Join a collaborative Dining Services team where your work directly contributes to exceptional resident service and high-quality dining experiences.
- Competitive hourly pay: $20.00–$22.00
- Paid time off and holidays
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Meal discounts and Employee Assistance Program
- Free access to indoor lap pool, fitness center, and sauna
- Supportive, collaborative dining and leadership teams in a beautiful, well-maintained community
We’re seeking a skilled and dependable Cook to join our Dining Services team at Elms Assisted Living in The Briarwood Community in Worcester, MA. In this role, you’ll prepare and portion high-quality meals while following established menus, recipes, production procedures, and food safety standards. You’ll work alongside a collaborative dining services team in a supportive environment focused on providing nutritious, well-prepared meals and exceptional service to our residents.
Position Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11 am–7 pm and Sunday 10 am–6:30 pm, with flexibility based on operational needs
Hourly Pay:$20.00–$22.00
Under the direction of the Director of Dining Services and in collaboration with the Dining Services team, you will:
Prepare and portion food in accordance with planned menus, established production procedures, and dining services standards
Ensure food and supplies are available in adequate time for meal preparation and service
Follow heart-healthy and cycle menu recipes while maintaining consistency and quality
Complete food temperature checks prior to service and document as required
Comply with all sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards while observing proper food handling techniques
Maintain a clean, organized work area and clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations
Supervise dishwashers and oversee waitstaff while they are in the kitchen
Properly store and label food in accordance with food safety standards
Prepare ingredients and menu items for the following day as needed
Ensure dish machines are thoroughly cleaned and free of debris
Dispose of garbage properly and complete end-of-shift kitchen cleaning duties, including equipment, prep areas, sinks, and floors
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Dining Services
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED required
Restaurant or food service experience preferred
ServSafe certification required
Excellent cooking skills with attention to detail and food presentation
Ability to multitask, work efficiently under pressure, and manage multiple kitchen stations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards; familiarity with best practices in senior living preferred
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free use of our indoor lap pool, fitness center, and sauna
Supportive, collaborative dining and leadership teams
Beautiful, well-maintained community campus
The Briarwood Community is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) serving older adults throughout the Greater Worcester area.
Our campus includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services — all designed to support residents through every stage of retirement living.
At Briarwood, our employees are part of a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the health, satisfaction, and quality of life of every resident we serve. As a Cook, you play an important role in delivering nutritious, well-prepared meals while supporting a safe, welcoming dining environment that reflects our commitment to excellence and care.
Cook - Dining Services
The Briarwood Community — Worcester, MA
The Briarwood Community offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where employees are respected, valued, and empowered to succeed.
Join a collaborative Dining Services team where your work directly contributes to exceptional resident service and high-quality dining experiences.
- Competitive hourly pay: $20.00–$22.00
- Paid time off and holidays
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
- Meal discounts and Employee Assistance Program
- Free access to indoor lap pool, fitness center, and sauna
- Supportive, collaborative dining and leadership teams in a beautiful, well-maintained community
We’re seeking a skilled and dependable Cook to join our Dining Services team at Elms Assisted Living in The Briarwood Community in Worcester, MA. In this role, you’ll prepare and portion high-quality meals while following established menus, recipes, production procedures, and food safety standards. You’ll work alongside a collaborative dining services team in a supportive environment focused on providing nutritious, well-prepared meals and exceptional service to our residents.
Position Type: Full Time
Shift Type: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11 am–7 pm and Sunday 10 am–6:30 pm, with flexibility based on operational needs
Hourly Pay:$20.00–$22.00
Under the direction of the Director of Dining Services and in collaboration with the Dining Services team, you will:
Prepare and portion food in accordance with planned menus, established production procedures, and dining services standards
Ensure food and supplies are available in adequate time for meal preparation and service
Follow heart-healthy and cycle menu recipes while maintaining consistency and quality
Complete food temperature checks prior to service and document as required
Comply with all sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards while observing proper food handling techniques
Maintain a clean, organized work area and clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations
Supervise dishwashers and oversee waitstaff while they are in the kitchen
Properly store and label food in accordance with food safety standards
Prepare ingredients and menu items for the following day as needed
Ensure dish machines are thoroughly cleaned and free of debris
Dispose of garbage properly and complete end-of-shift kitchen cleaning duties, including equipment, prep areas, sinks, and floors
Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Dining Services
Must be at least 18 years of age
High School Diploma or GED required
Restaurant or food service experience preferred
ServSafe certification required
Excellent cooking skills with attention to detail and food presentation
Ability to multitask, work efficiently under pressure, and manage multiple kitchen stations
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards; familiarity with best practices in senior living preferred
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Meal discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free use of our indoor lap pool, fitness center, and sauna
Supportive, collaborative dining and leadership teams
Beautiful, well-maintained community campus
The Briarwood Community is a nonprofit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) serving older adults throughout the Greater Worcester area.
Our campus includes independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services — all designed to support residents through every stage of retirement living.
At Briarwood, our employees are part of a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the health, satisfaction, and quality of life of every resident we serve. As a Cook, you play an important role in delivering nutritious, well-prepared meals while supporting a safe, welcoming dining environment that reflects our commitment to excellence and care.
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11 am to 7 pm and Sunday 10 am to 6:30 pm, 40 hours per week
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