Cook - Full-Time

The Kensington in Fort Madison; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Paid Time Off

Complimentary Meal

DailyPay

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discounts

Recognition & Referral Bonuses

Professional Development & Growth

Job summary

The Kensington in Fort Madison, IA is seeking a dependable Cook to prepare meals for residents in a caring senior living community. You will follow menus and dietary needs, ensuring great flavors and positive dining experiences.

Join a certified Great Place to Work and help create meaningful connections at every meal, with opportunities for growth and team-based collaboration.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of hands-on cooking or culinary experience.
• Dependable, team-oriented approach and a passion for serving others.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Strong communication with residents and team members.
• Ability to work scheduled shifts and help keep dining services running smoothly.

Responsibilities

• Prepare great meals according to menus, recipes, and residents' dietary needs.
• Create positive mealtime experiences residents look forward to.
• Support meals for celebrations, community events, and special gatherings.
• Keep kitchen safe, clean, and organized, following sanitation standards.
• Work with dining team and other departments to maintain smooth meal service.

Skills

Cooking basics

Team player

Food safety

Job description

Cook

The Kensington | Fort Madison, IA | Full-Time

Ready to Turn Your Passion for Cooking Into Something Meaningful?

At The Kensington, an Agemark Senior Living community, we're looking for a dependable Cook who enjoys preparing great food and creating positive dining experiences. Here, you'll have the opportunity to get to know the people you cook for and make a difference through every meal. Agemark is certified as a Great Place to Work, and our EPIC ACTS values of Excellence, Personal Investment, Celebration, Accountability, Compassion, and Team Spirit guide how we care for our residents and one another.

What You'll Do

• Prepare Great Meals: Cook fresh, flavorful meals according to menus, recipes, and residents' dietary needs.

• Create Positive Experiences: Help make mealtime something residents look forward to each day.

• Support Special Events: Assist with meals for celebrations, community events, and special gatherings.

• Keep It Safe & Clean: Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and follow food safety and sanitation standards.

• Work as a Team: Partner with dining team members and other departments to keep meal service running smoothly.

What You'll Bring

• Cooking Experience: At least one year of hands-on cooking or culinary experience.

• Positive Attitude: A dependable, team-oriented approach and a passion for serving others.

• Strong Communication: Ability to communicate and work well with residents and team members.

• Physical Ability: Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

• Dependability: Ability to work scheduled shifts and help keep dining services running smoothly.

What We Offer

• Health Coverage: Affordable medical, dental, and vision options.

• Paid Time Off: PTO starts accruing on Day 1 of employment.

• Complimentary Meal: Enjoy a free meal during your shift.

• DailyPay: Access your earned wages when you need them.

• Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential counseling and support for life's everyday challenges.

• Employee Discounts: Save on travel, entertainment, electronics, and more.

• Recognition & Referral Bonuses: Programs that recognize your contributions and reward employee referrals.

• Professional Development & Growth: Opportunities to build your skills and grow your career with Agemark.

Bring your passion for cooking to The Kensington, where great food and meaningful connections make a difference every day!

Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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