Senior Living Cook: Fresh Meals, Growth & Flexible Hours

Discovery Senior Living; Hamilton (NJ); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Early access to earned wages

Flexible scheduling options with full‑

Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)

Comprehensive benefit package

401(K) with employer match

Paid training

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Company provided uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Commons Hamilton is seeking a Cook to enrich the lives of seniors by delivering delicious, well-presented meals. You will follow menu cycles and standardized recipes in a warm, home-like dining setting.

This full-time role requires strong teamwork, attention to food safety, weekend availability, and the ability to maintain quality in a fast-paced kitchen. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits support a rewarding culinary career.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior living or similar environment preferred.
• Knowledge of production methods, portion control, and food safety/handling required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team.
• High attention to detail, especially in presentation and plating.
• Availability to work weekends as part of the regular schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of hot and cold menu items, including work on the grill, sauté station, salad bar, and service line.
• Follow standardized recipes to ensure proper preparation, portioning, taste, and presentation of food.
• Taste and check food for quality, palatability, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all food preparation and service areas.
• Support a safe, sanitary, and efficient kitchen environment in accordance with food safety and handling guidelines, including maintaining temperature logs, overseeing food storage and date maintenance.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to create an exceptional dining experience for residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in senior living

Production methods

Portion control

Food safety/handling

Organization

Communication

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Job description

Discovery Commons Hamilton is seeking a Cook to enrich the lives of seniors by delivering delicious, well-presented meals. You will follow menu cycles and standardized recipes in a warm, home-like dining setting.

This full-time role requires strong teamwork, attention to food safety, weekend availability, and the ability to maintain quality in a fast-paced kitchen. Competitive wages and comprehensive benefits support a rewarding culinary career.