Cook PRN

The Homestead at Montrose; Montrose (CO); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Life Insurance

EAP

Wellness incentives

Early pay access

Referral bonuses

Job summary

The Homestead at Montrose in Montrose, CO is seeking a Cook PRN to provide quality food service in a healthcare setting, meeting residents' dietary needs and regulatory requirements. This role supports a mission-driven environment with compassionate care.

Responsibilities include meal preparation, serving, following recipes and diet orders, and preparing snacks while coordinating with the dietary team on a welcoming campus offering growth opportunities and purpose-driven work.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience in healthcare dietary settings preferred.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary orders.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality food service in accordance with State and Federal regulations and meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Complete defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties per procedures.
• Plan and initiate cooking schedule to meet meal times.
• Prepare, season, cook and serve meat, main dish, soup and vegetables with portion control.
• Prepare nutritional snacks for residents and assist with dietary duties.

Skills

Food preparation

Portion control

Dietary/nutrition knowledge

Follow procedures

Education

High School diploma or GED

Education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets

Tools

ServSafe Certification

Food Handlers certification

Job description

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Cook PRN

• Posted on August 26, 2026

Locations

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The Homestead at Montrose
Montrose, CO 81401, USA

• On-site
• Part-Time
• Requisition #: COOKP008395

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join The Homestead at Montrose as a Cook in beautiful Montrose, CO. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

The Homestead at Montrose is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Pay Range: $19.69 - $23.01 per hour, based on experience.
Schedule: PRN

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• High School diploma/GED required preferred. Education in quantity cooking and therapeutic diets preferred.
• Minimum of one year food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting preferred.
• Must be eighteen (18) years of age.
• General knowledge of quantity food preparation and portioned serving required.
• Able to understand and follow procedures, recipe directions, diet orders and work assignments

What You’ll Be Responsible For

The Cook provides quality food service in accordance with all State and Federal regulations and to meet the nutritional and individual needs of the residents.

• Completes defined food preparation, serving of meals and cleaning duties according to proper procedures, using various dietary equipment and supplies, as assigned by the Director of Dietary and Management Team.
• Plans and initiates cooking schedule for food preparation to meet meal schedule.
• Prepares, seasons, cooks and serves meat, main dish, soup and vegetable for assigned meal; ensures appropriate portioned servings according to portion control standards.
• Prepares nutritional snacks for residents as assigned.
• Performs other duties or special assignments as directed by the Director of Dietary.

About us

The Homestead at Montrose is a welcoming independent and assisted living community where your needs are thoughtfully anticipated and met offering a comfortable, cheerful place to call home. Nestled in Montrose and surrounded by breathtaking Colorado scenery, residents enjoy the nearby depths of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park to the east and the majestic San Juan Mountains to the south, along with easy access to charming downtown shops, local dining, and year-round outdoor recreation.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Qualifications

Education

High School or better.

Preferred

High School or better.

Experience

Preferred

1 year: Food service experience in a healthcare dietary setting.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

Food Handlers

ServSafe Certification

Equal Opportunity Employer

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