Cook - Fulltime

Benchmark Senior Living; Bedford (NH); Hybrid; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8 holidays & 3 floating holidays

Discounted Meal Program

Paid Training & Uniforms

Associate Referral Bonus Program

Health & Wellness Programs

401k with Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Vacation & PTO

Job summary

Benchmark Senior Living is seeking a cook at Benchmark at Bedford Falls in Bedford, NH. The role focuses on preparing nutritious meals and maintaining high standards of food service according to Benchmark policies and state guidelines.

The Food Services Director oversees duties to ensure consistent quality and resident satisfaction. The position emphasizes dedication to quality cuisine, energetic presence, and reliable hours to support residents and families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Culinary Arts training is preferred and beneficial.
• 2 years of dietary experience or related food service experience.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures and related laws for food service.
• Ability to lead and supervise staff.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Follow dietary procedures and safety guidelines in food preparation.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely (meat slicer, mixers, ovens, etc.).
• Establish and run food production lines to ensure timely meals.
• Represent the community with a positive attitude to residents and families.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals with quality presentation.

Skills

Dietary procedures knowledge

Leadership ability

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Standing work

Food service operations compliance

Willingness to supervise staff

Quality meal preparation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts training

Job description

Benchmark at Bedford Falls, 5 Corporate Drive, Bedford, New Hampshire, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Friday, August 21, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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

Benchmark at Bedford Falls are looking for a C ook 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
• 2 years of dietary experience
• Must have knowledge of dietary procedures, as well as related laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.
• 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*
• 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.

Benchmark at Bedford Falls, 5 Corporate Drive, Bedford, New Hampshire, United States of America