Cook – Full Time | Brudnick Center for Living

The Brudnick Center for Living, nestled on our beautiful campus in Peabody MA, is part of Chelsea Jewish Lifecare-a non-profit, mission driven organization which has been providing innovative care to the elderly and disabled in Massachusetts for over 100 years! The Brudnick Center for Living is a CMS rated 5-star nursing facility offering short-term rehabilitation, traditional long-term care, and memory care with an outstanding team of professionals who go above-and-beyond each day in the care of our residents.

Position Summary:

We are seeking individuals that take pride in delivering excellence in serving others, especially our elderly population. Working to support the Green House model of care, the cook will prepare food in accordance with local, state and federal standards, guidelines and regulations. The cook will work in collaboration with the dietitian, residents and the Shahbazim (CNAs) to ensure the that nutritious and delicious food is prepared for our residents.

*Benefits:

• Rewarding job within an outstanding and recognized organization
• Great working environment in our modern campus in Peabody, MA
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Company-funded Life Insurance Policy
• Voluntary STD, LTD, Accident, Critical Illness Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid time off, vacation and sick time
• Paid Birthday with Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Inclusive company culture
• Free Parking
• Facility Accessible by MBTA Commuter Rail and Bus
• Free meals

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Review menus prior to preparing food
• Ensure that safety regulations and precautions are followed at all times
• Prepare meals in accordance with planned kosher menus and therapeutic diet requirements. Will also have to prepare alternative food selections
• Prepare food in accordance with sanitary regulations
• Work with the dietitian and implement recommended changes
• Develops and maintains good working rapport with the Shahbazim and members of the team
• Attend in-service programs as directed
• Assists in maintaining the food storage area in a clean and properly arranged manner
• Ensures that food and supplies for the next meal are readily available
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications:

• Must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 & annual flu
• Must be available to work some holidays and weekends
• Minimum HS Diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write and comprehend the English language
• Experience working with food and working in the kitchen
• Experience working with kosher food, kosher laws and working in kosher kitchen is preferred
• Serve Safe or Food Handlers Certificate preferred
• Maintains competencies as required by state and federal regulations
• Ability to stand, sit, walk, bend and squat for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to push, pull objects and lift/carry up to 20 pounds unassisted on a frequent basis and up to 25 pounds or more with assistance on occasion
• Ability to interact effectively with residents, family members, visitors, and other staff members

Hours: Full-Time and Part-Time, weekdays + every-other-weekend 8:30am-5:00pm

Apply today and become part of our Chelsea Jewish Lifecare team at the Brudnick Center for Living!

If selected for hire, you must be able to provide a recent physical and required immunizations including fully-vaccinated status for Covid-19.

Chelsea Jewish Lifecare is an equal opportunity employer, veterans & disability. All qualified individuals will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity or expression, genetics, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, political affiliation, veteran status or any other status that is protected by local, state or federal law.