Mid-Day Cook

Are you a passionate Cook who takes pride in preparing fresh, delicious meals and creating exceptional dining experiences? RiverMead, a premier not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) in Peterborough, NH, is seeking a skilled and reliable Cook for our 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM shift , supporting meal service across multiple dining venues.

In this role, you'll prepare high-quality meals for residents, staff, and guests as you move between venues throughout the day, working in a supportive, team-oriented environment. Whether you're coming from a restaurant, healthcare, hospitality, food service, senior living, or institutional dining background, this is an opportunity to build a rewarding culinary career while making a meaningful impact every day.

At RiverMead, you're not just joining a kitchen, you're joining a community that values compassion, respect, teamwork, and excellence.

As a midday Cook, you will:

Prepare and cook a variety of menu items, including soups, salads, sandwiches, entrées, side dishes, and desserts

Provide food service support across multiple dining venues during the midday shift, including the Pub, Bistro, Health Center, and Main Kitchen

Ensure food quality, presentation, consistency, and portion control standards are met throughout lunch and into dinner service

Assist with meal preparation, production, plating, and service across venues as needed

Follow all food safety, sanitation, infection control, and HACCP guidelines

Monitor, record, and maintain food and refrigeration temperatures

Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen environment

Operate kitchen equipment safely and assist with routine equipment care

Work collaboratively with chefs, cooks, servers, and dietary staff to deliver an exceptional dining experience across venues

Support team operations and help wherever needed to ensure efficient meal service

RiverMead is a mission-driven senior living community dedicated to enriching lives through wellness, lifelong learning, and meaningful connections. Our culinary team plays a vital role in creating memorable experiences for residents through outstanding food and hospitality.

If you're looking for a Cook job, Line Cook position, Food Service Cook role, Healthcare Cook opportunity, or Senior Living Culinary career, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your passion for cooking to a workplace where your work truly makes a difference.