Cook - Full-Time

Sunol Creek Memory Care; Fort Madison (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; 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 who enjoys preparing great food and creating positive dining experiences. In this Agemark Senior Living community, you’ll get to know the residents you cook for and make a difference with every meal.

The role involves preparing meals according to menus and dietary needs, supporting events, maintaining a clean kitchen, and working with a collaborative dining team to ensure smooth service. We offer health coverage, PTO, and more.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, flavorful meals according to menus, recipes, and residents' dietary needs.
• Help make mealtime something residents look forward to each day.
• Assist with meals for celebrations, community events, and special gatherings.
• Maintain a clean, organized kitchen and follow food safety standards.
• Partner with dining team and other departments to keep meal service running smoothly.

Skills

Cooking Experience

Positive Attitude

Strong Communication

Physical Ability

Dependability

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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