Job Overview
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Career development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Work Life Balance
Job Description
Hartford HealthCare is one of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare networks, bringing together over 30,000 dedicated colleagues who share a common pride in their work and a commitment to making every moment matter. The organization is renowned for its pioneering approach in healthcare, integrating new technologies, breakthrough treatments, and community education to improve the lives of men, women, and children across the region. Hartford HealthCare offers a wide array of career development opportunities and is deeply invested in ensuring a healthy work-life balance for its employees through competitive benefits programs.
The Food and Nutrition Department at Cedar Mountain Commons, part of the Hartford HealthCare family, provides residents with restaurant-style dining every day of the year. Cedar Mountain Commons is a full-service community catering primarily to seniors who choose to live independently while benefiting from comprehensive amenities. This environment fosters teamwork and a family-like atmosphere where staff members work collaboratively to meet the culinary and nutritional needs of residents.
The cook position at Cedar Mountain Commons involves preparing food according to selected menus, approved recipes, and production sheets with an emphasis on quantity cooking. The role requires completing the preparation of all dishes in a timely manner, ensuring all food items meet required serving temperatures and adhering strictly to health, sanitation, safety, HACCP, and food handling standards. Creativity is encouraged in garnishing, decorating, and developing new recipes under managerial guidance. This position rotates between two shifts: 6AM to 2:30PM and 10:30AM to 7:00PM, including weekends and holiday rotations, reflecting the dynamic and demanding nature of the food service operation in a senior living community.
The cook will report directly to the appropriate Food Services Manager and is integral to maintaining quality and cost containment standards. Through their role, cooks at Cedar Mountain Commons contribute significantly to the overall resident experience, supporting the community's mission to provide exceptional service in every interaction. This position is ideal for individuals with at least one year of cooking experience or three years of related food service experience who are committed to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Being proficient in English for reading, writing, understanding, and speaking is essential to communicate effectively and ensure compliance with production and documentation standards.
Hartford HealthCare’s mission and values permeate every aspect of this role, making it more than just a cooking job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a respected and supportive organization that values its employees, the community, and the quality of life of its residents. Employees here benefit from a caring and professional environment that emphasizes respect, growth, and meaningful contributions. If you are passionate about the culinary arts and eager to make a positive impact in a healthcare community setting, this position at Cedar Mountain Commons offers a fulfilling career path with an emphasis on teamwork, innovation, and resident satisfaction.
The Food and Nutrition Department at Cedar Mountain Commons, part of the Hartford HealthCare family, provides residents with restaurant-style dining every day of the year. Cedar Mountain Commons is a full-service community catering primarily to seniors who choose to live independently while benefiting from comprehensive amenities. This environment fosters teamwork and a family-like atmosphere where staff members work collaboratively to meet the culinary and nutritional needs of residents.
The cook position at Cedar Mountain Commons involves preparing food according to selected menus, approved recipes, and production sheets with an emphasis on quantity cooking. The role requires completing the preparation of all dishes in a timely manner, ensuring all food items meet required serving temperatures and adhering strictly to health, sanitation, safety, HACCP, and food handling standards. Creativity is encouraged in garnishing, decorating, and developing new recipes under managerial guidance. This position rotates between two shifts: 6AM to 2:30PM and 10:30AM to 7:00PM, including weekends and holiday rotations, reflecting the dynamic and demanding nature of the food service operation in a senior living community.
The cook will report directly to the appropriate Food Services Manager and is integral to maintaining quality and cost containment standards. Through their role, cooks at Cedar Mountain Commons contribute significantly to the overall resident experience, supporting the community's mission to provide exceptional service in every interaction. This position is ideal for individuals with at least one year of cooking experience or three years of related food service experience who are committed to quality, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Being proficient in English for reading, writing, understanding, and speaking is essential to communicate effectively and ensure compliance with production and documentation standards.
Hartford HealthCare’s mission and values permeate every aspect of this role, making it more than just a cooking job—it’s an opportunity to be part of a respected and supportive organization that values its employees, the community, and the quality of life of its residents. Employees here benefit from a caring and professional environment that emphasizes respect, growth, and meaningful contributions. If you are passionate about the culinary arts and eager to make a positive impact in a healthcare community setting, this position at Cedar Mountain Commons offers a fulfilling career path with an emphasis on teamwork, innovation, and resident satisfaction.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- one year of cooking or three years of related food service experience
- proficiency in English language
- basic math skills
- ability to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays
- capability to follow detailed recipes and food safety protocols
- physical ability to stand for extended periods
Job Qualifications
- At least one year of cooking experience or three years of directly related food service experience
- able to read write understand and speak English
- basic math skills for recipe quantity calculations
- ability to adjust recipe quantities based on census or volume
- writing skills for completing production records and documentation
- strong teamwork and communication skills
- creativity in food presentation and recipe development
Job Duties
- Prepare food according to selected menus approved recipes and production sheets with knowledge of quantity cooking
- complete the preparation of all food items in a timely manner
- assure all foods meet required serving temperatures
- utilize creativity in garnishing decorating and developing new recipes under the direction of the manager
- comply with stringent health sanitation safety HACCP and food handling standards
- adhere to quality and cost containment standards
- report to appropriate Food Services Manager
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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