Part-Time Cook for Senior Living & Nutrition

Fairlane-Gardens-Nursing-and-Reha; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Telemedicine

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan repayment

Job summary

Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab in Reading, PA seeks a part-time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents. Shift is 12p-8p (16 hours bi-weekly); experience in dining services is preferred and culinary training is a plus.

Responsibilities include menu execution, portion control, safe operation of kitchen equipment, and maintaining sanitation. Benefits cover health, life, 401(k), PTO, and education assistance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of dining services experience in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, or similar setting preferred.
• Culinary school training is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus and portion control guidelines.
• Coordinate food production to align with meal serving schedules.
• Memorize and execute menu items, including special diet orders and portion sizes.
• Operate standard kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Adhere to strict sanitation and food safety standards.
• Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, utensils, and appliances.

Skills

Cooking

Sanitation

Meal planning

Portion control

Kitchen safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary school training (a plus)

Job description

Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab in Reading, PA seeks a part-time Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents. Shift is 12p-8p (16 hours bi-weekly); experience in dining services is preferred and culinary training is a plus.

Responsibilities include menu execution, portion control, safe operation of kitchen equipment, and maintaining sanitation. Benefits cover health, life, 401(k), PTO, and education assistance.