Senior Living Cook — Make a Difference with Every Meal

Charter Senior Living; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late nights

Free uniforms

Great culinary opportunities

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Flexible scheduling

Free medical insurance plan options

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training

Paid time off and holiday pay

Perfect attendance bonus — earn up to

Job summary

Charter Senior Living in Dedham, MA is hiring a Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious, home-style meals that support residents' health and happiness, while delivering warm hospitality.

We seek a dependable, energetic team player who takes pride in quality food and service. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a schedule that respects work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Culinary experience in cook/line cook roles preferred.
• Experience in senior living, healthcare, restaurant, or hospitality a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups efficiently.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Compassionate and service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, organized environment.
• Food safety certification or culinary training preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents according to menus and recipes
• Ensure food quality, taste, presentation, and portion standards are maintained
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures
• Prepare meals for special dietary needs including diabetic, low-sodium, vegetarian, texture-modified, and other therapeutic diets
• Assist with kitchen cleanliness and organization
• Maintain proper food storage and temperature logs
• Support timely meal service and positive dining experiences
• Collaborate with team members to maintain an efficient and respectful kitchen environment

Skills

Culinary experience

Senior living experience

Food safety

Large batch cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Customer service

Fast-paced environment

Job description

Charter Senior Living in Dedham, MA is hiring a Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare nutritious, home-style meals that support residents' health and happiness, while delivering warm hospitality.

We seek a dependable, energetic team player who takes pride in quality food and service. This role offers a supportive environment with opportunities for growth and a schedule that respects work-life balance.