Line Cook

Position: Cook Schedule: 10:30am - 7pm (including every other weekend) Pay: Up to $21 / hour Location: Bridgewater, NJ Who we are: LAUREL CIRCLE has been committed to enhancing the quality of life for our amazing residents for over 30 years. We are located on a beautiful 28-acre campus in Bridgewater, NJ and recently underwent an $8 million revitalization. When you work at LAUREL CIRCLE, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! What we offer: * Indicates the benefit is also available to part-time employees * Medical, dental, and vision insurance * Life insurance * AD&D insurance * Long-term disability insurance * 401(k) with company match * Generous PTO and paid holidays * Employee assistance program * DailyPay* * An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun* We are currently seeking a hospitality focused Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department. Is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times. Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Cook: * Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization. * Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times. * Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure. * Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency. * Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production. * Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary. * Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service. * Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment. * Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy. Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have: * High school diploma * Culinary degree preferred * Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or full-service restaurant experience (cook to order) If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you! All new hires must be able to pass our preemployment screening process, which includes a fitness for duty physical, background check, drug test and employment references as required by a licensed residential care facility. EEO Employer

Created: 2025-09-27