Experienced Cook

Trinity Health Senior Communities; Forest Park (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare team as a Cook where your culinary skills will enhance the quality of life for residents. This part-time position requires expertise in batch cooking and dietary needs, ensuring meals meet strict dietary guidelines and safety standards. Be part of a compassionate environment where every meal counts.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook in a skilled nursing facility or healthcare setting.
• Familiarity with mechanical diets, pureed food, and dietary guidelines.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals in large batches according to planned menus.
• Follow modified texture diets as required.
• Ensure meals meet resident-specific dietary and nutritional needs.

Skills

Batch cooking

Dietary needs awareness

Food safety and sanitation

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary training

Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

We’re looking for an experienced cook to join our team on a per diem basis. This isn’t a prep role — we need someone confident, experienced in batch cooking, and familiar with dietary needs in a healthcare setting.

If you’ve cooked in a skilled nursing facility or similar environment, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do:

• Prepare and cook meals in large batches according to planned menus

• Follow modified texture diets (puree, mechanical soft, etc.)

• Ensure meals meet resident-specific dietary and nutritional needs

• Operate and clean commercial kitchen equipment

• Maintain a clean, safe, and compliant kitchen environment

What You Bring:

• Proven experience as a cook in a skilled nursing facility or healthcare setting

• Familiarity with mechanical diets, pureed food, and dietary guidelines

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently

• High school diploma or equivalent (Culinary training a plus)

Make an impact through your cooking. Join a team where every meal matters.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.