Cook: part time

About the role

Benchmark at Alexandria is looking for a Cook to join our team. As a Benchmark cook, your main role will be to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing delicious and healthy meals. You will prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations with established Benchmark policies and procedures. The Food Services Director will oversee these duties to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

Responsibilities

• Assure all dietary procedures are followed.
• Operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively, including meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, and warmer cabinets.
• Assist in establishing food production line to ensure meals are prepared on time.
• Represent the community with a positive attitude and pride when interacting with potential residents and families.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals, ensuring high‑quality presentation and flavorful meals for residents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; Culinary Arts training preferred.
• 2 years of dietary experience.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures and related laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.
• Leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non‑professional personnel.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lb.
• Primarily a standing position; may need to stand in one place for extended periods.

Benefits

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company‑provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio‑economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.