Dietary Cook

Candlewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center; Park Lane (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Candlewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in Connecticut is seeking an experienced Cook to join the team on a full-time basis. You will plan, prepare, cook, and serve meals for residents while maintaining high sanitary standards.

The role requires prior nursing home, hospital, or school cooking experience and a high school diploma or GED. You will work with the dietary department and Dietitian to support resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience in nursing home, hospital, or school cooking.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a dietary department.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, cook, and clean meals for residents.
• Coordinate with the Dietitian and dietary department.
• Serve meals and maintain kitchen safety and sanitation.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Dietary coordination

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job details

Salary

Based upon experience

Job Type

Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)

• Dental insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Paid sick time

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

Full Job Description

You can have it all – a rewarding career, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement! Candlewood Rehabilitation is currently seeking an experienced Cook to join our team. This is a full-time opportunity.

Our facility is comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community. At Candlewood Rehabilitation, it is more than a job – it’s an opportunity to be part of a family that deeply influences the lives of our residents on a daily basis.

Cook Responsibilities:

Duties include planning, food prep, cooking, cleaning, coordinating with Dietitian, and working with the dietary department in serving our residents.

Cook Requirements:

• It is preferred that Cooks and Dietary Aides have a minimum of a high school diploma or completed a GED program.

• Nursing home, hospital, or school cooking experience required.

Equal Opportunity Employer