Whitsons Culinary Group

Cook - SCADD New London

Whitsons Culinary Group  •  $21/hr  •  New London, CT (Onsite)  •  7 days ago
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Job Description

Healthcare Cook – Nourish Recovery, One Meal at a Time

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 according to healthcare dietary guidelines and patient menus
  • Ensure all food is prepared safely and attractively
  • Maintain a clean, sanitized, and organized kitchen environment
  • Collaborate with dietary and clinical staff to meet patients’ nutritional and medical needs
  • Follow procedures for special diets, allergies, and food restrictions

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
  • Paid training and opportunities to grow in healthcare food service

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
  • Comfort working in a clinical or patient-centered setting
  • 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™.

$18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND COMPETENCIES:

Education:

  • High school graduate or equivalent.
  • 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 assignments.
  • Must be proficient in recipe procedures and cooking techniques.
  • 1 year professional culinary experience required
  • Always present a positive and professional image.
Whitsons Culinary Group

About Whitsons Culinary Group

Founded in 1979, Whitsons Culinary Group® provides dining services to consumers in both public and private organizations throughout the United States, and our Whitsons Family of Companies continues to grow as we expand across the country.

We provide a wide range or dining solutions, including school nutrition, residential, healthcare, emergency and specialty dining services. Additionally, we tailor our services to our customer’s needs, ranging in scope from consulting and delivered meals, to complete full service models.

Whitsons Culinary Group leads the industry with our customized services, innovative programs, commitment to quality, focus on nutrition, local sourcing and community support. As a family-operated, minority-owned business, we are committed to embracing diversity as a core part of our culture. Our mission is Enhancing Life One Meal at a Time™, and we accomplish our mission by striving to exceed each individual customer’s expectations every day, with every meal we serve.

For more information, visit us on the web at www.whitsons.com

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Interested being a part of team Whitsons?

Visit our career center on our website: http://whitsons.com/career/careers-center

Check out our LinkedIn page and Whitsons Career Connect on Facebook (www.facebook.com/whitsonscareers) and Twitter @WhitsonsCareers for our highlighted positions available throughout the US!

Industry
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Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
Islandia, NY
Year Founded
1979
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