Compassionate Cook - Fresh Meals & Growth with DailyPay

Agemark Senior Living; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

PTO

Complimentary Meal

DailyPay

EAP

Employee Discounts

Referral Bonuses

Professional Development

Job summary

The Kensington in Fort Madison, IA, an Agemark Senior Living community, is seeking a dependable Cook who enjoys preparing great meals and creating positive dining experiences. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know the people you cook for and make a difference through every meal.

Prepare meals according to menus and residents' dietary needs, work with a dining team, and help with events while maintaining kitchen safety and cleanliness. Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualifications

• At least one year of hands-on cooking or culinary experience.
• Dependability and a team‑oriented approach.
• Strong communication with residents and team members.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.
• Willingness to support dining services.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Great Meals: Cook fresh, flavorful meals according to menus, recipes, and residents' dietary needs.
• Create Positive Experiences: Help make mealtime something residents look forward to each day.
• Support Special Events: Assist with meals for celebrations, community events, and special gatherings.
• Keep It Safe & Clean: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and follow food safety and sanitation standards.
• Work as a Team: Partner with dining team members and other departments to keep meal service running smoothly.

Skills

Cooking experience

Team player

Food safety

Communication

Dependable

Job description

The Kensington in Fort Madison, IA, an Agemark Senior Living community, is seeking a dependable Cook who enjoys preparing great meals and creating positive dining experiences. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to get to know the people you cook for and make a difference through every meal.

Prepare meals according to menus and residents' dietary needs, work with a dining team, and help with events while maintaining kitchen safety and cleanliness. Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).