Compassionate Senior Living Cook | Growth Opportunities

Health Dimensions Group; Eyota (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay with shift differentia

Paid time off

Health, dental & vision insurance

Training & career growth

Supportive mission-driven team

Job summary

Arbor Garden Place in Eyota, MN is seeking a passionate Cook to prepare nourishing meals for a senior living community. You’ll work in a warm kitchen, ensuring portions, presentation, and dietary guidelines meet resident needs. Join a team that values hospitality and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have prior cooking experience and familiarity with dietary requirements; ServSafe or food handler cert is a plus. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities await.

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience required; senior living or healthcare setting a plus.
• Familiarity with food safety regulations and dietary needs (e.g. diabetic, low-sodium).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a fast-paced kitchen team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to planned menus and dietary guidelines.
• Ensure meals are tasty, properly portioned, and attractively presented.
• Follow recipes, food safety standards, and community guidelines to a T.
• Assist with food prep, baking and special meals as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen, storage and serving areas.
• Monitor food inventory and report supply needs to the Dining Services Director.
• Interact with residents warmly and respectfully during meal service.
• Be flexible and accommodating with resident food preferences or special requests.
• Help with set-up and clean-up for special events, holidays and themed meals.

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Job description

Arbor Garden Place in Eyota, MN is seeking a passionate Cook to prepare nourishing meals for a senior living community. You’ll work in a warm kitchen, ensuring portions, presentation, and dietary guidelines meet resident needs. Join a team that values hospitality and teamwork in a fast-paced setting.

Ideal candidates have prior cooking experience and familiarity with dietary requirements; ServSafe or food handler cert is a plus. Competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities await.