Cook Part Time

Ryders Health Management; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Meal Period

Paid Holidays

Sick Time

EAP

Employee Discounts

Shift Differential

Casual Fridays

Training

Uniform Allowance

Longevity Award

401(k)

Job summary

Mystic Healthcare in Mystic, CT is seeking a Part-Time Cook to prepare, cook and serve meals while maintaining a clean kitchen and dining area. You will work 1st and 2nd shifts and contribute to a supportive, resident-centered dining environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, Serve Safe certification, and the ability to lift up to 40 pounds as required by the role. This part-time position offers benefits and weekend shift differentials where applicable.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school education and be able to communicate in English.
• Serve Safe or sanitation certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to standardized recipes and menu.
• Maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness and sanitation.
• Follow established dietary procedures and care plans.
• Complete necessary forms and reports and submit them to the Director of Food Services.
• Assist with inventory and stocking of food and supplies.

Skills

English language

Education

High school education

Tools

Serve Safe Certification

Job description

Cook- Part Time

LOCATION:
Mystic, CT

POSITION TYPE:
Part Time

SHIFT(S):
1st & 2nd

PAY RANGE:
$16.94 – $20.00

BENEFITS – Part-Time:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Paid Meal Period
• Paid Holidays
• Sick Time Accrual
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts
• Shift Differential for Weekend, Evening & Night Shifts
• Casual Fridays
• Paid Training and Orientations
• Uniform Allowance
• Longevity Awards
• 401(k) retirement plan (with employer match or contribution)

JOB SUMMARY:
Are you a caring and dependable individual looking for part‑time work making a difference in residents’ daily lives? We are seeking a part‑time Dietary Aide to join our team at Mystic Healthcare. As a Dietary Aide, you will help prepare and serve meals, maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness, and contribute to a supportive, respectful environment for our residents.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submit to the Director of Food Services.
• Ensure that all dietary procedures are followed in accordance with established policies.
• Review care plans to assure that current dietary information is consistent with foods served.
• Prepare food in accordance with standardized recipes and special diet orders.
• Assist in inventorying and storing in-coming food, supplies, etc., as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school education.
• Must have “Serve Safe of Sanitation” certification.
• Be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 40 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 4 feet.

ABOUT US:
Ryders Health Management is a family-owned management company overseeing Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Centers. Across all our centers, we provide compassionate, resident‑centered care designed to support each resident’s individual recovery or long-term care needs. We value our staff as much as our residents, offering a supportive workplace with opportunities for growth and ongoing training.

OUR CARING COMMUNITY:
Mystic Healthcare is a 100-bed, family‑owned skilled nursing facility located in Mystic. As part of the Ryders Health family, you’ll join a team backed by decades of experience—rooted in quality care, teamwork, and high standards.

Come join our dedicated, caring team of professionals!

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER STATEMENT:
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.