Cook

Cook – Senior Living Culinary Team Charter Senior Living- Dartmouth, MA Pay starting between $18-$22/hr No Late Nights! Now hiring a passionate Cook to join our culinary team! Do you love cooking meals that bring comfort, joy, and connection to others? At Charter Senior Living, our cooks do more than prepare food — they help create meaningful dining experiences for our residents every single day. We are looking for a dependable, energetic, and team-oriented Cook who is passionate about quality food, hospitality, and serving seniors with heart. If you enjoy working in a positive environment where your work truly makes a difference, we would love to meet you! Why Join Charter Senior Living? Perks & Benefits No late nights Free uniforms Great culinary opportunities Get paid today with ZayZoon 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 an extra $100/month Employee referral bonus opportunities Career growth and advancement opportunities Reliable hours and stable scheduling Supportive leadership and engaged company support team Environment where your voice is heard and appreciated Employee appreciation events and recognition programs Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on seniors every day Our Mission To Enhance the Human Spirit Our Core Values Serve with Heart Serve with Purpose Serve with Courage Have Fun While Serving Position Summary As a Cook at Charter Senior Living, you will prepare nutritious, high-quality meals that help residents feel at home while supporting their health and wellbeing. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys cooking in a fast-paced but rewarding environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional meals and hospitality. You’ll work closely with the culinary team to ensure meals are prepared safely, efficiently, and according to resident dietary needs and preferences. Key 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 Qualifications Previous cook, line cook, dietary cook, or culinary experience preferred Senior living, healthcare, restaurant, or hospitality experience 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 and organized environment Food safety certification or culinary training preferred but not required What Makes a Great Fit We are looking for someone who: Takes pride in preparing quality meals Enjoys serving seniors and making people smile through food Works well under pressure while maintaining attention to detail Brings reliability, positivity, and teamwork to every shift Creates a welcoming and respectful kitchen environment What Our Associates Say About Charter

• It truly feels like family at Charter.”
• The residents become an extension of my family.”
• They truly live out their mission and values.”
• I love working for a company that genuinely puts people first.”