Job Information
Whitsons Culinary Group Cook - Killingly Housing Authority in Killingly, Connecticut
Cook - Killingly Housing Authority
Killingly, CT, USA
Requisition Number
15595
Location
Killingly Housing Authority
Job Description
Healthcare Cook – Nourish Recovery, One Meal at a TimeNo Late Nights!
Are you passionate about cooking and ready to make a difference in the lives of patients? Join our healthcare nutrition team as a Cook and help prepare fresh, healing meals that support wellness and recovery in a calm, caring environment.
What You’ll Do:
Prepare and cook meals
Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively
Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment
Maintain inventory and order according to menu
Why You’ll Love This Job:
No late nights – finish your day with time for yourself
Stable, predictable schedule with weekend shifts
Work in a mission-driven setting where your meals truly matter
Be part of a supportive, team-oriented environment
We’re Looking For:
Basic cooking knowledge – we’ll train the right person!
A strong commitment to food safety and sanitation
A dependable, caring attitude and good communication skills
A passion for nourishing others
Why Join Us?
Competitive pay + opportunities for growth
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and retirement
Paid time off
About Us:
At Whitsons we believe that food is a powerful part of healing. Our cooks are valued team members who provide comfort and care through every meal. Join us and be part of a healthcare mission that starts in the kitchen.
Apply today and help serve wellness on a plate – at Whitsons our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™.
Requirements
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:
Education:
High school graduate or
Must complete all Whitsons and government required training as necessary Certifications:
ServSafe certification
Other Qualifications, Experience and Competencies:
Ability to speak and read English in order to understand and perform job
Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking
1 year professional culinary experience required
Always present a positive and professional
PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF THE JOB:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an team member to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the team member is frequently required to:
Sit, walk, talk and hear
Use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and
Be standing on feet majority of the workday in addition to walking back and
Lift and/or move up to 40 Lifting while turning side to side is sometimes necessary.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust
Work Schedule
7:00am-2:00pm
Supervisor
Amanda L Newcomb
Salary Target
26.00