Skilled Healthcare Cook — High-Volume Patient Meals

Live Well Healthcare Solutions; Saugus (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Ongoing training and growth

Job summary

Live Well Healthcare Solutions at Chestnut Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a skilled Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare a wide variety of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, portion food, plate and garnish, and ensure meals are visually appealing and served on time.

This is a full-time role with a demanding schedule, including Weekday and Saturday shifts from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sunday 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with possible flexibility.

Qualifications

• Classically trained and experienced in a high-volume culinary environment.
• High school diploma or equivalent; culinary degree or certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and efficiently cook an assortment of meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
• Prepare and portion food products prior to cooking
• Plate and garnish cooked items, and prepare appropriate garnishes for all hot menu item plates
• Act as a liaison for the Dietary Manager in their absence to ensure accurate meal prep and delivery
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment
• Follow standardized recipes and ensure compliance with quality standards
• Handle last-minute requests for special events and adjust menu accordingly
• Rotate stock and manage inventory
• Participate in recipe development and compliance initiatives

Skills

High-volume culinary experience

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary degree/certification preferred

Job description

Live Well Healthcare Solutions at Chestnut Woods Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is seeking a skilled Cook to join our culinary team. You will prepare a wide variety of meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner, portion food, plate and garnish, and ensure meals are visually appealing and served on time.

This is a full-time role with a demanding schedule, including Weekday and Saturday shifts from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM and Sunday 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM with possible flexibility.