Cook - Fulltime

Benchmark-Senior-Living; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training

Company-provided Uniforms

401k Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Vacation and Health & Wellness PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a Cook at Bedford Falls to provide nutritious, well-presented meals for residents. You will prepare food following federal, state, and local standards under supervision to ensure consistent quality and safety.

Join a team dedicated to resident well-being, with paid training and a schedule designed for better work-life balance. This on-site role emphasizes reliable hours and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary Arts training preferred.
• Leadership ability to supervise personnel.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Primarily a standing position for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Assures all dietary procedures are followed.
• Operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Establish food production line to ensure meals are prepared on time.
• Represents the community with a positive attitude and pride.
• Prepares and serves nutritious meals with quality presentation.

Skills

Leadership ability

Stamina / standing long periods

Safety-conscious kitchen operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts training preferred

Job description

CALLING ALL LINE COOKS!

NO LATE NIGHTS!

PAID TRAINING!

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

Benchmark at Bedford Falls are looking for a Cook to join our team! As a Benchmark cook, your main role will be to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing delicious and healthy meals. As a cook you will prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations with established Benchmark policies and procedures. The Food Services Director will oversee these duties to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

If you possess a dedication for creating quality cuisine, provide an energetic presence to your work, and are looking for a company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you! Take control of your work life balance with reliable, schedule-stabilizing hours.

Responsibilities

• Assures all dietary procedures are followed.
• Must be able to operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively. Equipment may include a meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, warmer cabinets.
• Assists in establishing food production line to ensure meals are prepared on time.
• Represents the community with a positive attitude and pride when interacting with potential residents and families.
• Prepares and serves nutritious meals, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavorful meals for our residents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Culinary Arts training preferred
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This is primarily a standing position, may need to stand in one place for extended periods of time.

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
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*Eligibility may vary by employment status

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.