Assistant Cook

Valley Senior Living; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 2,711,000 - 3,319,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Extended Sick Leave

Health & Dental Insurance

401K matching

Weekend shift differential

Job summary

Valley Senior Living in Grand Forks, ND is seeking an Assistant Cook to support daily meal service for residents, preparing baked goods, salads, and desserts, and assisting with kitchen operations. The role emphasizes safe, nutritious meals and a welcoming, person-centered environment.

You will follow standardized recipes, assist with meal service, and help maintain a clean, compliant kitchen. The position requires a high school diploma or GED, with preferred experience in modified diets or

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED is required.
• Coursework in food preparation, experience with modified diets, or prior work in a healthcare or senior living dining environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• This role prepares baked goods, salads, desserts, and foods for therapeutic diets using standardized recipes.
• Assists with receiving and storing food supplies, supports special events, and serves meals in an appealing and respectful manner.
• Maintains portion and dietary guidelines and adherence to safety, infection control, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborates with cooks, supervisors, and dining staff to support smooth daily operations and a positive dining experience for residents.
• Performs cleaning and sanitizing of dishes, equipment, and work areas; records food temperatures.

Skills

Food preparation

Sanitation & safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Coursework in food preparation or healthcare dining experience

Job description

Tufte Manor at Valley Senior Living on Cherry
3300 Cherry St
Grand Forks, ND 58201, USA

Description

Location: Valley Senior Living- Tufte Manor

• Recently Increased Compensation Rates:
• Starting hourly rate from$19.68 to$24.09
• AM Shift: 6:15 am- 2:15 pm
• AM Shift: 7:00 am- 3:30 pm
• Weekend shiftdifferential given
• Paid Time Off, Extended Sick Leave, Health & Dental Insurance, and 401K matching

Description

The Assistant Cook supports daily meal service for residents and tenants by preparing baked goods, salads, and desserts, as well as assisting with food preparation and kitchen operations. This role helps ensure meals are safe, nutritious, and served in a welcoming, respectful environment that supports person-centered care.

The Assistant Cook follows standardized recipes, portion guidelines, and food safety protocols to ensure the preparation of high-quality and consistent food. In addition to food preparation, this position assists with meal service, receives and stores groceries, and helps maintain a clean, organized, and compliant kitchen in accordance with sanitation and safety standards.

As part of the Valley Senior Living team, the Assistant Cook contributes to a culture that values dignity, choice, and meaningful connections with residents.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is required. Coursework in food preparation, experience with modified diets, or prior work in a healthcare or senior living dining environment is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

This role prepares baked goods, salads, desserts, and foods for therapeutic diets using standardized recipes. The Assistant Cook assists with receiving and storing food supplies, supports special events, and serves meals in a manner that is both appealing and respectful, while adhering to portion and dietary guidelines.

The position also includes cleaning and sanitizing dishes, equipment, and work areas; recording food temperatures; and following all safety, infection control, and compliance requirements. The Assistant Cook works closely with cooks, supervisors, and dining staff to support smooth daily operations and a positive dining experience for residents.

Our Locations

• Valley Senior Living on Columbia
• 2900 14th Ave S.
• Valley Senior Living on 42nd(Woodside Village, Wheatland Terrace, Town Square)
• 4000 24th AveS
• Valley Senior Living on Cherry(Tufte Manor)
• 3300 Cherry Street

If you have any questions, please contact Human Resources at701.787.7829 .

Valley Senior Livingis an Equal Opportunity Employer

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