Cook - Full-Time

Country House at Lincoln (70 & O); Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

PTO starts Day 1

Shift Meal

DailyPay

EAP (Counseling & Support)

Job summary

CountryHouse Lincoln III, part of Agemark Senior Living, is hiring a Cook. This role focuses on preparing great meals for residents while avoiding late nights, with a schedule including every third weekend.

You’ll work in a supportive environment that values excellence, personal investment, and team spirit, offering benefits such as health coverage, PTO, and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 1 year of hands-on cooking or culinary experience.
• Team-oriented approach to dining service.
• Strong communication with residents and teammates.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, flavorful meals according to menus and dietary needs.
• Create positive mealtime experiences for residents.
• Support with meals for events and community gatherings.
• Maintain a clean, safe, compliant kitchen per standards.
• Work collaboratively with dining team and other departments.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Physical Ability

Dependability

Job description

Cook

CountryHouse Lincoln III | Lincoln, NE | 70th & O Street

Schedule: Full-Time | Every Third Weekend Rotation | No Late Nights

Looking for a Cooking Role with Great Hours and No Late Nights?

At CountryHouse Lincoln III, 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 while enjoying a schedule without the late nights of a traditional restaurant. 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, including every third weekend, and help keep dining services running smoothly.

What We Offer

• Affordable Health Coverage: Affordable Minimum Essential Coverage (MEC) medical plan, plus dental and vision coverage.

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

• Complimentary Shift Meal: Enjoy a meal during your scheduled shift.

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

• Employee Assistance Program: Free, confidential counseling, 24/7 support, coaching, and resources for life's challenges.

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

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

Bring your passion for cooking to CountryHouse Lincoln III, where great food, meaningful connections, and a supportive team make every day rewarding!

Agemark is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

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