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Cook

Silver Springs Care Center
Meriden, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 4/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026

Silver Springs Care Center is looking for a 32 hour Cook.  The positions will prepare and serve food for the facility residents at scheduled meal times while following appropriate sanitation procedures and therapeutic diets.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Prepares hot and cold foods, meals and beverages including modified textures for restricted and therapeutic diets.

  • Maintains and follows all meal schedules.

  • Assures all food items are handled properly to insure safety and sanitation standards according to state and federal regulations.

  • Properly stores, covers, and refrigerates necessary items. Insures that foods are cooked to the appropriate temperatures according to latest FDA Food Code.

  • Must perform all assigned tasks in accordance with the Facility’s established policies and procedures and as instructed by Department Head.

  • Complies with local, state and federal regulations relating to their responsibilities, including the Code of Conduct, Resident Rights and Corporate Compliance; serves as a mandatory reporter of all resident related incidents

 

Qualifications:

  • Demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare large portions of meals.

  • Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of positive team work

  • Serves as a role model to peers through initiative, self direction and enthusiasm; must exhibit patience, tact and a cheerful disposition; as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents

  • Ability to maintain a satisfactory attendance and work performance record; must punctually arrive to work as assigned

  • Proficiency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing, required.

 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Top Health Insurance, Tuition Reimbursement, and so much more available through 1199 Union Benefits

  • Paid Holidays including newly added Juneteenth

  • Excellent growth and advancement opportunities.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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