Part-Time Cook

RegalCare at Greenfield; Northbridge (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Supportive team

Training provided

Competitive pay

Job summary

Regalcare at Blackstone Valley is seeking a reliable and compassionate Part-Time Cook to join our team. The Part-Time Cook will help prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for our residents while maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, and quality.

You will follow established menus and dietary requirements, assist with meal service, keep kitchen clean, and work with Dietary and Nursing staff to meet residents' needs.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and dietary instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment; dependable and punctual.
• Respect, patience, and a resident-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.
• Follow modified diets and special dietary needs as directed.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, stored, and served at proper temperatures.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow all food safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Punctuality

Resident care

Job description

Regalcare at Blackstone Valley is seeking a reliable and compassionate Part-Time Cook to join our team. The Part-Time Cook will help prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for our residents while maintaining high standards of food safety, sanitation, and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and snacks according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements.
• Follow modified diets and special dietary needs as directed.
• Ensure food is prepared, cooked, stored, and served at appropriate temperatures.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and organized kitchen and food preparation areas.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection-control procedures.
• Assist with meal service and ensure meals are presented attractively and served on schedule.
• Properly label, date, and store food items.
• Monitor food supplies and communicate inventory needs to the Dietary Manager.
• Work cooperatively with dietary and nursing staff to meet residents' needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience preferred; healthcare, nursing home, hospital, or institutional food-service experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, menus, and special dietary instructions.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.Dependable, punctual, and able to work as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate respect, patience, and a resident-centered approach.

Schedule

Part-time schedule and hours to be discussed during the interview. Weekend and holiday availability may be required.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.
• Supportive team environment.
• Training and orientation provided.
• Competitive pay based on experience.

If you enjoy cooking and take pride in providing quality meals and excellent service to others, we would love to hear from you!

Regalcare at Blackstone Valley is an equal opportunity employer.