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Candlewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Cook

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 5 days ago

Location: New Milford, CT (Onsite)

Last Updated: 3 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$38,044 / year median in Connecticut

+8% projected growth

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Job Description

Job details Salary Based upon experience

Job Type Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance Full Job Description You can have it all - a rewarding career, great benefits, and opportunities for advancement! Candlewood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is currently seeking an experienced Cook to join our team. This is a full-time opportunity. Our facility is comprised of professionals dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while encouraging the support of family, friends, and community. To us, it is more than a job - it's an opportunity to be part of a family that deeply influences the lives of our residents on a daily basis.

Cook Responsibilities:

Duties include planning, food prep, cooking, cleaning, coordinating with Dietitian, and working with the dietary department in serving our residents.

Cook Requirements:

It is preferred that Cooks and Dietary Aides have a minimum of a high school diploma or completed a GED program. Must be able to read and speak English. Nursing home, hospital, school or industrial cooking experience required. Equal Opportunity Employer