Senior Lead Cook – Wellness-Focused Dining & Benefits

McLean Affiliates; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Free gym membership

Insurance: medical, dental, vision, or

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

McLean Affiliates in Simsbury, CT is seeking a skilled cook to join our senior living community dining team. You will prepare and plate meals while following recipes, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and supporting a courteous dining experience for residents and guests.

This full-time role offers hours 40 per week, typical daytime/evening shifts, proficiency in Serv Safe is required, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related kitchen/culinary experience.
• Serv Safe certification required.
• Ability to read and execute recipes independently.
• Strong professional communication and teamwork.
• Must maintain safety and sanitation standards.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and sanitize food preparation areas to ensure safe practices.
• Maintain correct cooking temperatures across equipment.
• Rotate stock and monitor freshness of ingredients.
• Cook and prepare foods according to recipes and guidance.
• Prepare and maintain kitchen stations; assist with inventory as needed.
• Provide excellent customer service and assist dining operations.

Skills

Two+ years experience

Serv Safe certified

Read and follow recipes

Professional demeanor

Customer service

Education

Serv Safe Certification

Job description

McLean Affiliates in Simsbury, CT is seeking a skilled cook to join our senior living community dining team. You will prepare and plate meals while following recipes, maintaining safety and sanitation standards, and supporting a courteous dining experience for residents and guests.

This full-time role offers hours 40 per week, typical daytime/evening shifts, proficiency in Serv Safe is required, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, PTO, and retirement plans.