Cook

Overview Pay Range: $18.16 - $22.58 per hour At Elderwood, our mission is simple: People Caring for People. Our values of Integrity, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence guide everything we do—and that includes the meals we serve each day. Elderwood of Scallop Shell at Wakefield is seeking a passionate and dependable Cook to join our close-knit team. If you enjoy creating meals that bring comfort, connection, and joy, this is a wonderful opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our residents. Turn your passion for cooking into a role that truly nourishes others. Meal times are an important part of daily life for our residents, and your role as a Cook is essential in creating a positive dining experience. Responsibilities Prepare and cook meals using rotating menus and established recipes. Ensure meals are nutritious, appealing, and served with care. Maintain a clean and safe kitchen environment. Collaborate with the dietary team to provide high-quality service. Review menus and production sheets to determine food quantities needed for regular, mechanically altered, and other special diet needs. Prepare specified food items, as assigned. Test cooked foods by tasting and smelling samples. Ensure sanitation and safety standards are met in the preparation, cooking and production line stages of food production. Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of specified equipment and the general kitchen work area. Supervise food being cooked; ensure that food is held and served at the correct temperature. Assist with preparation of and distribution of foodstuffs. Qualifications Minimum 18 years old and a high school diploma or equivalent preferred. Previous food preparation experience required. Ability to understand and organize food preparation activities. Ability to carry out cooking tasks at a safe and efficient level. Knowledge of food preparation and production process necessary. Pride in quality of food and service required. High degree of personal cleanliness and good hygiene; health status suitable for service of food. Respect for residents’ privacy and rights; respectful and dignified treatment of residents required. Regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors; must have adequate English language proficiency. Benefits Competitive hourly pay Tuition Reimbursement Programs Other Compensation Programs Shift Differentials Full Suite of Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision PTO & Holiday Package 401(k) with Employer Matching Employee Referral Bonus Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' daily lives Supportive, team-oriented work environment Beautiful facility with courtyard access and a welcoming atmosphere Employee appreciation initiatives throughout the year Equal Opportunity Employer Statement WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved. #J-18808-Ljbffr