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Cooks for all shifts RegalCare at Wakefield Wakefield, MA Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Qualifications Kitchen health and safety standards Food preparation for special diets Assisted living facility experience Stock rotation management Regulatory compliance Experience working with individuals with specific dietary needs Food safety sanitizing procedures Commercial kitchen cleaning Temperature monitoring Materials management in food and beverage Stock receiving Food ordering Legal compliance Entry level Addressing dietary restrictions in food service Time/Temperature control for safety (TCS) Kitchen organization Full Job Description RegalCare at Wakefield is currently seeking cooks to join our team. Prior experience in high-volume food preparation, commercial kitchens, or assisted living is highly preferred.

Key Responsibilities Menu Preparation:

Cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to pre-planned menus, which frequently include specific therapeutic diets (e.g., low-sodium, diabetic, pureed)

Safety & Sanitation:

Maintain regulatory compliance by logging food temperatures, adhering to safe food-handling protocols and ensuring the kitchen is thoroughly sanitized

Inventory & Ordering:

Assist the Dietary Supervisor in ordering ingredients, receiving deliveries, and rotating stock properly to prevent waste

Resident Focus:

Learn and accommodate individual resident preferences and dietary restrictions to maximize their quality of life