Cook Assisted Living

American Senior Communities; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic culinary team at an esteemed senior living community as a Cook! This role is vital in preparing delicious meals that meet the nutritional needs of residents while ensuring the highest standards of food safety. Enjoy competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and a supportive work environment that values your contributions. With opportunities for career advancement and a focus on holistic care, you'll make a meaningful impact in the lives of those you serve. If you're passionate about cooking and want to be part of a caring community, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Competitive wages

Access to earned wages before payday

PTO and holiday pay

Medical, vision, dental insurance

Paid training and career development

Company-sponsored scholarships

401(k) retirement plans

Employee referral bonuses

Employee assistance programs

Discounts on retail and entertainment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; culinary experience preferred.
• Certification in food handling is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve nutritious meals according to resident needs.
• Lead kitchen staff in food preparation and maintain cleanliness.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Safety Knowledge

Team Leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling

Job description

Become a Cook at Coventry Meadows Assisted Living today!

Now Hiring Full-Time or Part-Time Cook. Must be willing to work both 1st & 2nd shifts and be flexible!

Join our culinary team at ASC and play a crucial role in preparing and serving delicious and nutritious meals, while maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and food safety for our residents.

Key Responsibilities of a Cook include:

1. Follow recipes and prepare food that meets residents’ nutritional needs according to menus.
2. Cook or prepare palatable, attractive, and nutritionally adequate meals in required quantities.
3. Lead kitchen staff with food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning, and storing supplies and equipment.
4. Maintain a clean food service work area during food preparation and service.
5. Handle, store, dispose of food supplies, and prepare food following departmental procedures and in compliance with regulations.

Qualifications:

1. Required: High school diploma or GED; or 1-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent.
2. Preferred: Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling (can be earned with ASC).
3. Preferred: Prior institutional and/or healthcare service experience.

What’s in it for you? Benefits and perks include:

1. Competitive wages.
2. Access to earned wages before payday with PayActiv.
3. PTO, holiday pay, and opportunities to earn more PTO.
4. Medical, vision, dental insurance, Telehealth, and flexible spending accounts.
5. Paid training, skills certification, and career development.
6. Company-sponsored scholarships, tuition, and certification reimbursement.
7. 401(k) retirement plans.
8. Employee referral bonuses.
9. Employee assistance and wellness programs.
10. Discounts on retail, food, and entertainment.

*Benefits may vary for full-time and part-time roles, subject to terms and conditions.

About our Senior Living Division

Our division offers team members the chance to advance their careers in a dynamic environment. We pride ourselves on providing more than just a place to live; we focus on whole-person care—physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual. This role allows you to build meaningful relationships and positively impact residents’ lives.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer—Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran and other protected categories. Applicants will be notified of their rights under federal employment laws, details available in the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.