Senior Living Cook

Charter Senior Living; Woodbridge (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Paid training

Flexible schedules

Medical insurance plan

Job summary

Charter Senior Living in Woodbridge, CT is seeking a passionate Assisted Living Cook to join our culinary team. You’ll prepare delicious, nutritious meals for residents while upholding high standards of food safety and quality.

This role emphasizes teamwork, compassionate care, and the opportunity to grow with a company that values enhancing the human spirit. We offer flexible schedules, paid training, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook or in a similar role, ideally in healthcare or senior living.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, adjust portions, and prepare meals for large groups.
• Compassionate and caring attitude with a genuine desire to enhance the lives of seniors.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
• Follow food safety guidelines to ensure proper sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Prepare special meals for residents with specific dietary needs, such as low-sodium, diabetic, vegetarian, or gluten-free options.
• Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth meal preparation and service while supporting a positive and respectful work environment.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment

Education

Food safety certification (optional)

Job description

Now looking for a passionate Cook

• No late nights!
• Free uniforms
• Great culinary opportunities

Are you passionate about cooking and creating meals that make a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Assisted Living Cook to join our culinary team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to prepare delicious, nutritious meals for our residents, while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. If you enjoy working in a team-oriented environment and have a heart for caring for others, we’d love to have you on board! Charter Senior Living is dedicated to the care and wellbeing of our residents. It is our goal to assure that our residents’ lives are enhanced through compassionate care and honoring their life stories and legacy. Our mission " To Enhance the Human Spirit" not only pertains to residents but also our employees. We are committed to helping each of our employees have more than just a “job”. We want each of our associates to feel like they have a career and an opportunity to grow.

Mission

To Enhance the Human Spirit

Core Values

• Serve with Heart
• Serve with Purpose
• Serve with Courage
• Have Fun While Serving

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• Flexible schedules
• We offer a free medical insurance plan.
• Paid Training, Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance and more
• Perfect attendance bonus program up to $100 extra a month
• Referral bonus
• Career growth
• Reliable hours and stable schedule
• Working environment where your voice is heard, and your experience will be respected and appreciated.
• Engaged company support team and understanding for working mothers and fathers.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors every day.
• Supportive and friendly team environment.
• Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Employee appreciation events and recognition programs.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Are you passionate about cooking and creating meals that make a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Assisted Living Cook to join our culinary team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to prepare delicious, nutritious meals for our residents, while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and quality. If you enjoy working in a team-oriented environment and have a heart for caring for others, we’d love to have you on board!

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and Cook Meals: Prepare a variety of tasty and nutritious meals according to dietary guidelines and resident preferences.
• Food Safety & Cleanliness: Follow food safety guidelines to ensure proper sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen and dining areas.
• Special Diets: Prepare special meals for residents with specific dietary needs, such as low-sodium, diabetic, vegetarian, or gluten-free options.
• Team Collaboration: Work closely with the kitchen team to ensure smooth meal preparation and service while supporting a positive and respectful work environment.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a cook or in a similar role, ideally in a healthcare or senior living setting.
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and best practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, adjust portion sizes, and prepare meals for large groups.
• Compassionate and caring attitude with a genuine desire to enhance the lives of seniors.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with others.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, organized environment.
• [Optional: Certification in food safety, culinary arts, or a related field is a plus.]

Why Charter Senior Living?Here are just a few of things that our associates say...

• “It truly feels like a family at Charter.
• "The residents are an extension of my family now."
• “You always hear about a company’s values and mission, but you hardly ever see them follow through, I love Charter because they truly mean what they say, they put the people first and truly believe in enhancing the human spirit.”
• “I love to chat with them and laugh because at Charter our values include "Have fun while serving". We are charged with enhancing the human spirit of our residents, but they are really enhancing my spirit.”