Cook

Volunteers of America; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Early access to earnings

Referral bonuses

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Volunteers of America’s Homestead at Rochester Campus is seeking a Cook to join the team in Rochester, MN. This on-site, part-time role offers a meaningful opportunity to serve others in a healthcare setting and contribute to a mission-driven community.

As a team member, you’ll help prepare meals that meet hospitality standards, support dietary needs, and assist with temperature logs and scheduling duties, with competitive pay and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Long-term care experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepares food that meets hospitality and service standards.
• Prepares all special dietary need as directed by the menus.
• Assists with proper documentation of temperature logs, taste panel forms, and cleaning schedules.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Long-term care experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Cook

• Posted on October 14, 2026

Locations

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• On-site
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: COOK0008656

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.
Join Homestead at Rochester Campus as a Cook in Rochester, MN. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.
The Homestead at Rochester is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.
Schedule: Up to full time hours, every other weekend
Pay Scale: $23.00-$25.00 based on years of experience

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Long-term care experience (preferred)

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Prepares food that meets or exceeds hospitality and service standards of this community.
• Prepares all special dietary need as directed by the menus.
• Assists with proper documentation of temperature logs, taste panel forms, and cleaning schedules.

About Us
The Homestead at Rochester is a full continuum senior living community offering independent living, independent living with home care services, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and long-term care. Nestled along the rolling bluffs of the Zumbro River’s south fork in Southeast Minnesota, the community offers peaceful natural surroundings while still being just minutes from the heart of Rochester—a vibrant area known for its strong healthcare presence, welcoming neighborhoods, and access to shopping, dining, and cultural amenities.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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