Chef | Cook | Full Time

  • Category: Cook / Chef Jobs
  • Location: Milford, Connecticut
  • Job Type: Full Time / Part Time
  • Salary: Estimated: $ 23K to 25K
  • Published on: 2025/09/21

Job highlights
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Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent
2 years of dietary experience
Must have knowledge of dietary procedures, as well as related laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to food service operations
Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel
Be able to lift up to 50 lbs
This is primarily a standing position, may need to stand in one place for extended periods of time
Benefits
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
8 holidays & 2 floating holidays
Discounted Meal Program
Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
Associate Referral Bonus Program
Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
Tuition Reimbursement Program*
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
Eligibility may vary by employment status
Responsibilities
As a Benchmark cook, your main role will be to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing delicious and healthy meals
As a cook you will prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations with established Benchmark policies and procedures
The Food Services Director will oversee these duties to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times
If you possess a dedication for creating quality cuisine, provide an energetic presence to your work, and are looking for a company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you!
Take control of your work life balance with reliable, schedule-stabilizing hours
Assures all dietary procedures are followed
Must be able to operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively
Equipment may include a meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, warmer cabinets
Assists in establishing food production line to ensure meals are prepared on time
Represents the community with a positive attitude and pride when interacting with potential residents and families
Prepares and serves nutritious meals, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavorful meals for our residents
Job description
Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

We are looking for a C ook to join our team! As a Benchmark cook, your main role will be to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing delicious and healthy meals. As a cook you will prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations with established Benchmark policies and procedures. The Food Services Director will oversee these duties to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

If you possess a dedication for creating quality cuisine, provide an energetic presence to your work, and are looking for a company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you! Take control of your work life balance with reliable, schedule-stabilizing hours.

Responsibilities
• Assures all dietary procedures are followed.
• Must be able to operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively. Equipment may include a meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, warmer cabinets.
• Assists in establishing food production line to ensure meals are prepared on time.
• Represents the community with a positive attitude and pride when interacting with potential residents and families.
• Prepares and serves nutritious meals, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavorful meals for our residents.

Requirements
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Culinary Arts training preferred
• 2 years of dietary experience
• Must have knowledge of dietary procedures, as well as related laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This is primarily a standing position, may need to stand in one place for extended periods of time.

Benefits

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:
• 8 holidays & 2 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
• Eligibility may vary by employment status

Apply Now


Company Name: Benchmark Senior Living

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