Healthcare Cook: Nutritious Meals & Growth

Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation; Naugatuck (CT); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement plan contribution

Training and mentorship

Professional growth opportunities

Supportive team environment

Meaningful work in care

Job summary

Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation is hiring a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents in a compassionate, patient-focused long-term care setting. You will follow dietary requirements, maintain food safety standards, and work closely with the dietary team to meet nutritional needs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality food service, and adherence to sanitation guidelines, with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within the organization.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience as a cook in healthcare or long-term care is preferred.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to safely handle knives and operate commercial kitchen equipment.
• Ability to work well in a team and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook nutritious meals following menus and dietary requirements.
• Ensure high-quality food preparation, presentation, and portion control.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation in kitchen and storage areas.
• Collaborate with dietary staff to plan menus and accommodate dietary needs.
• Order and manage inventory of food supplies and kitchen equipment.
• Adhere to food safety regulations and guidelines.

Skills

High school diploma

Cook experience

Food safety knowledge

Knife handling

Operate kitchen equipment

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Slicers/Ovens/Grills

Large blenders

Job description

Beacon Brook Center for Health & Rehabilitation is hiring a Cook to prepare and serve meals for residents in a compassionate, patient-focused long-term care setting. You will follow dietary requirements, maintain food safety standards, and work closely with the dietary team to meet nutritional needs.

The role emphasizes teamwork, quality food service, and adherence to sanitation guidelines, with competitive compensation and opportunities for growth within the organization.