Cook As Needed $18

Rock Creek Senior Living; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company that values its team members and promotes from within! As a Cook at this innovative senior living community, you will prepare delicious meals while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and hygiene. This role offers the chance to connect with residents and create a warm, inviting atmosphere. With competitive pay and a variety of employee benefits, including a 401(k) match and tuition reimbursement, this position is perfect for culinary professionals looking to make a meaningful impact in a supportive environment. Don't miss out on the opportunity to grow your career in a fun and friendly workplace!

Benefits

Company Match 401(k)

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Weekly Employee Recognition Program

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Referral Program

Complimentary Meal Each Shift

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and possess a Food Handlers Card.
• Demonstrated culinary skills and knowledge of food safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items according to established standards and recipes.
• Ensure health protocols are followed during food preparation.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Communication Skills

Leadership

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Food Handlers Card

Job description

“After spending 14 years in healthcare, I finally found my home with Arrow Senior Living. It’s home-like environment is not just for the residents but for the team members as well. From day one you embrace the core values, and you see how they impact residents’ quality of life. Arrow is a great company to grow with - it promotes within and the employee appreciation, incentives, and benefits are just a bonus on top of making residents and team members smile. I have become lifelong friends with this team, and I can happily say I love my job and enjoy coming to work.”

- Arrow Team Member

Position: Cook

Position Type: PRN

Location: Ankeny, Iowa

Our starting wage for Cooks is: $18.00 per hour!

Shift Schedule: As needed

Come join our team at Rock Creek Senior Living located at 3602 NW 5th St. Ankeny, Iowa 50023!

We are looking for someone (like you):

• To be a Culinary Craftsman: By preparing all menu items according to established standards and recipes, provide exceptional quality food that is attractively presented in a timely fashion.
• To take the Mess Out of Mess Hall: Ensure health protocols are always followed, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and proper food temperatures.
• To be a Culinary Connector: Familiarize yourself with the residents and their preferences and needs. Participate in resident orientations.

What are we looking for?

• You must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.
• You can read, write, understand, and communicate in English with our Residents!
• You will possess a current Food Handlers Card as specified per the Department of Health.
• You have demonstrated skills, knowledge, and competency in the areas of leadership, training, and supervision.
• You possess proficient written and oral communication skills with other members of management, professional, and support staff.
• You must be active as this role requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping all day.
• You must have the ability to frequently lift and/or move items up to 50 pounds.
• You must be comfortable to be in close contact to extreme temperatures, including cooking surfaces and walk-in freezers.
• You will have the ability to work primarily indoors, but also be available to work outside for events.
• You must be criminally cleared.

Employment Benefits (We value our benefits):

• Company Match 401(k) with 100% match up to the first 3% and fully vested upon enrollment.
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance (1st of the month following 60 days of employment - Full Time).
• Disability insurance (Full Time).
• Employee assistance program.
• Weekly Employee Recognition Program.
• Life insurance (Full Time).
• Paid time off (Full Time employees accrue up to 115 hours each year and Part Time accrue up to 30 hours each year).
• Tuition Reimbursement (after 90 days for FT AND PT employees).
• Employee Referral Program (FT, PT, and PRN).
• Complimentary meal each shift (FT, PT, and PRN).
• Daily Pay Option.
• Direct Deposit.
• Did we mention that we PROMOTE FROM WITHIN?

Do you want to see how much fun we are at Rock Creek Senior Living? Please visit us via Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/RockCreekAnkeny

Or, take a look at our website: https://rockcreekankeny.com/

Have questions? Want to speak to someone directly? Reach out by calling/texting your own recruiter, Kayla Moore: 636-389-3072.

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About the company:

Arrow Senior Living manages a collection of senior living communities that offer varying levels of care including independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 25 properties currently in 5 states (Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, Ohio, Indiana) and employs nearly 1,400 employees!

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Arrow Senior Living serves and employs individuals of all faiths, regardless of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or handicap, except as limited by state and federal law.

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