Dining Services Cook - Full-Time, Team-Oriented Kitchen

The Briarwood Community; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) with match

Meal discounts

EAP

Access to facilities

Job summary

The Briarwood Community in Worcester, MA is seeking a skilled Cook to join our Dining Services team. You will prepare and portion meals, follow menus and safety standards, and collaborate with a supportive team to deliver nutritious meals to residents.

We offer a competitive hourly pay of $20.00–$22.00, along with benefits including PTO, health and retirement plans, and access to on-site amenities. This is a full-time, on-site position with consistent evening and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Restaurant or food service experience preferred.
• ServSafe certification required.
• Excellent cooking skills with attention to detail and food presentation.
• Ability to multitask, work efficiently under pressure, and manage multiple kitchen stations.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and sanitation standards; familiarity with best practices in senior living preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and portion food in accordance with planned menus, established production procedures, and dining services standards.
• Ensure food and supplies are available in adequate time for meal preparation and service.
• Follow heart-healthy and cycle menu recipes while maintaining consistency and quality.
• Complete food temperature checks prior to service and document as required.
• Comply with all sanitation, health, and personal hygiene standards while observing proper food handling techniques.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and clean and maintain kitchen equipment and workstations.
• Supervise dishwashers and oversee waitstaff while they are in the kitchen.
• Properly store and label food in accordance with food safety standards.
• Prepare ingredients and menu items for the following day as needed.
• Ensure dish machines are thoroughly cleaned and free of debris.
• Dispose of garbage properly and complete end-of-shift kitchen cleaning duties, including equipment, prep areas, sinks, and floors.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Director of Dining Services.

Skills

Cooking skills

Multitasking

Communication

Food safety

Team supervision

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Briarwood Community in Worcester, MA is seeking a skilled Cook to join our Dining Services team. You will prepare and portion meals, follow menus and safety standards, and collaborate with a supportive team to deliver nutritious meals to residents.

We offer a competitive hourly pay of $20.00–$22.00, along with benefits including PTO, health and retirement plans, and access to on-site amenities. This is a full-time, on-site position with consistent evening and weekend shifts.