Cook- Part time weekends

Benchmark-Senior-Living; Bedford (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part 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 Retirement Plan with CompanyMatch

Job summary

The Arbors of Bedford, located at 70 Hawthorne Drive, Bedford, NH, is seeking a part-time Cook to join our team. The role offers 11am-7pm shifts two days per week, with compensation of $18-$21 per hour, and a focus on preparing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents.

The Food Services Director will oversee duties to ensure high-quality food service at all times. A high school diploma and Culinary Arts training are preferred, with at least two years of dietary experience and knowledge

Qualifications

• Leadership ability and willingness to supervise staff.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures, laws, and guidelines as they pertain to food service.
• Experience in food preparation and service within a healthcare or senior-living environment.

Responsibilities

• Follow all dietary procedures and safety standards.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining food production lines to ensure timely meals.
• Represent the community with a positive attitude and pride in interactions with residents and families.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals with high-quality presentation.

Skills

Leadership

Dietary procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts training

Job description

The Arbors of Bedford, 70 Hawthorne Drive, Bedford, New Hampshire, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Sunday, July 19, 2026 at 4:00 AM

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

The Arbors of Bedford is looking for a C ook to join our team!

Part Time, 2 days/week 11am-7pm

$18-$21/HR

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*

*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.

The Arbors of Bedford, 70 Hawthorne Drive, Bedford, New Hampshire, United States of America