Full-Time Cook

Benchmark Senior Living; Avon (CT); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living community is seeking a Full-Time Cook to create delicious and healthy meals for residents. This role requires culinary skills, dietary knowledge, and a passion for quality cuisine. Enjoy stable hours and a supportive work environment with numerous benefits.

Benefits

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

Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Paid Time Off for Vacation and Health & Wellness

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of dietary experience required.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality meals for residents.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Ensure all dietary procedures are followed.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Dietary Knowledge

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts training

Job description

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Full Time opportunity / Hourly wage starting at $20.25 DOE

River Ridge at Avon is looking for a Cook to join our team! 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. You will prepare food in accordance with applicable standards, guidelines, and regulations, following Benchmark policies. The Food Services Director will oversee these duties to ensure quality food service at all times.

If you have a passion for creating quality cuisine, bring energy to your work, and seek a company that values these qualities, this opportunity is for you! Enjoy reliable, schedule-stabilizing hours that support work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all dietary procedures are followed.
• Operate kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including meat slicers, food processors, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwashers, dumb waiters, and warmer cabinets.
• Assist in establishing food production lines to ensure timely meal preparation.
• Represent the community positively when interacting with residents and families.
• Prepare and serve nutritious, high-quality, flavorful meals for residents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Culinary Arts training preferred
• At least 2 years of dietary experience
• Knowledge of dietary procedures, laws, regulations, and guidelines related to food service
• Leadership ability and willingness to supervise staff
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Stand for extended periods as this is primarily a standing position

Benefits
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including:

• 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*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Paid Time Off for Vacation and Health & Wellness*

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Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care

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