Cook & Dining Services Aide

Grand Meadow Senior Living; Grand Meadow (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) plan

Job summary

Grand Meadow Senior Living is hiring an on-call Cook and Dining Services Aide (Dietary Aide) to cover shifts as needed, especially on weekends. You will prepare and serve nutritious meals for residents in a warm, welcoming community, with a flexible schedule that suits students, retirees, or anyone needing extra hours.

Pay is $19.10/hour and this is an in-person role at Grand Meadow, MN. Most applicants hear back within 48 hours and weekend availability is highly valued for coverage.

Qualifications

• Previous kitchen or food service experience (required).
• Basic knowledge of cooking methods and food safety.
• Availability to cover shifts on call, especially weekends.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Cook and serve meals following food safety and sanitation standards.
• Follow menus and residents' dietary needs, including special and texture-modified diets.
• Keep kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage spaces clean.
• Receive deliveries and store food and supplies properly.
• Make sure meals are prepared and served on time.
• Interact with residents, guests, and team members in a friendly, professional way.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

Cooking basics

On-call availability

Teamwork

Job description

On-Call Cook & Dietary Aide - Senior Living

Pay: $19.10/hour

Job Type: Casual / on call

Location: Grand Meadow Senior Living, Grand Meadow, MN (in person)

Shifts Available

• Casual / on call: Shifts vary as needed. Weekend coverage is in high demand, and weekend availability is a priority.

About the Role

Grand Meadow Senior Living is hiring an on-call Cook and Dining Services Aide (Dietary Aide) to cover shifts as needed, especially on weekends. You'll cook and serve nutritious, enjoyable meals for residents in a warm, welcoming community. This role suits people who want extra hours on a flexible basis, such as students, retirees, or anyone with another job. Most applicants hear back within 48 hours.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay: $19.10/hour
• Flexible on-call schedule: Pick up shifts when they work for you
• Weekend priority: Candidates with weekend availability get first consideration
• Meaningful work: Make meals that brighten residents' days

What You'll Do

• Cook and serve meals following food safety and sanitation standards
• Follow menus and residents' dietary needs, including special and texture-modified diets
• Keep kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage spaces clean
• Receive deliveries and store food and supplies properly
• Make sure meals are prepared and served on time
• Interact with residents, guests, and team members in a friendly, professional way

What You'll Need

• Previous kitchen or food service experience (required)
• Basic knowledge of cooking methods and food safety
• Availability to cover shifts on call, especially weekends
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Health insurance, plus HSA and FSA options
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan