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Cook [dining]

Senior Living Residences
Ayer, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/6/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/5/2026
Cook (Full Time)

Ayer, Massachusetts

About Our Community

Nashoba Park’s caring and compassionate Dining team members provide superior customer service and offer a gourmet dining experience for our senior residents. Our associates appreciate our safe, home-like, and fun work environment. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today! Nashoba Park is located at 15 Winthrop Avenue, Ayer, MA. Learn more about Nashoba Park here .

AVAILABLE SHIFTS

Full time

Pay & Benefits

Starting rate at $20 per hour

Benefits

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance , disability coverage , complimentary life insurance and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

  • DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
  • Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
  • Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
  • Nationwide tuition rewards program.
  • Free meal during scheduled shifts.
  • Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
  • Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING?

The cook will be responsible for preparing and plating food for meals and special events, and accommodating residents' dietary needs as required.

Requirements

  • Certification: Food Safety certification, preferred
  • Experience: Minimum 1-2 years as a cook in a fast-paced setting
  • Physical requirements : Lifting trays and dishes, occasionally moving dining tables and furniture
  • Communication: An ability to communicate effectively with residents and co-workers
  • Punctuality & reliability – Our residents rely on us to assist them with their daily living activities and we expect our associates to deliver on this promise.

Not ready to apply just yet but have questions? Email us at jobs@slr-usa.com .

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Senior Living Residences (SLR) is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment and advancement opportunities for all Job Applicants and our Associates. We aim to attract and retain a diverse staff. SLR honors each associate’s (and resident’s) experiences, perspectives, and unique identities. Each of our communities strives to create and maintain a living and working environment that is inclusive, equitable, and welcoming. We are also proud to have reached Platinum through SAGECare's LGBTQ Cultural Competency Training Program to build bridges between staff and LGBTQ residents and families by telling real stories and forming connections on a human level.

Employment decisions at SLR are based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran or military status, disability, genetic information, or the result of genetic testing or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. In addition, The Community complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, re-hire, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Salary : $20

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