Cook (Part-Time)

Eden Senior Care; Waukesha (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Vista Senior Living Management is seeking a Cook for a part-time and full-time role at our Wisconsin facilities. The position requires proven cooking experience, strong sanitation adherence, and the ability to work in a team. Compensation is $20.00–$21.00 per hour with varied shifts, including weekends and weekday options.

Responsibilities include preparing meals, stocking, and maintaining a clean, orderly kitchen while delivering high-quality meals to residents.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a cook.
• Experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of grilling, baking, boiling cooking methods.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Good physical stamina for kitchen work.
• HS diploma or culinary school preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment.
• Prepare ingredients for cooking (chopping, peeling vegetables, cutting meat).
• Cook food using various utensils or grillers.
• Check food while cooking and stir/turn as needed.
• Ensure presentation by dressing dishes before serving.
• Serve meals to residents.
• Maintain a sanitized, orderly kitchen environment.
• Store food and items properly and monitor stock.
• Check quality of ingredients and place orders when shortages arise.

Skills

Cook experience

Cutting tools

Cooking methods

Sanitation

Teamwork

Communication

Stamina

HS Diploma

Education

High School Diploma

Culinary school preferred

Job description

Vista Senior Living Management is the dedicated senior living division of our organization, focused exclusively on the operation and growth of senior living communities. With more than 30 communities across multiple states, we specialize in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. Our mission is to provide outstanding care rooted in compassion, humility, accountability, and a genuine commitment to the well-being of our residents. We strive to create communities where residents receive personalized support, families have confidence in their care, and team members are empowered to succeed.

Mission Creek is a proud member of the Vista Senior Living Management network where compassionate care meets exceptional living. With more than 30 communities across multiple states, Vista Senior Living specializes in Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Independent Living. Our dedicated team ensures a nurturing environment where seniors thrive and find joy in every moment.

Position: Cook (PT and FT)

Wage: $20.00-$21.00 per hour

Schedule

• Every other weekend: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
• Two additional weekdays (flexible): 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM or 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Responsibilities

• Set up workstations with all needed ingredients and cooking equipment
• Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat etc.)
• Cook food in various utensils or grillers
• Check food while cooking to stir or turn
• Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served
• Serve meals to residents
• Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen
• Ensure all food and other items are stored properly
• Check quality of ingredients
• Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages

Skills

• Proven experience as cook
• Experience in using cutting tools, cookware and bakeware
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling etc.)
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures
• Ability to work in a team
• Very good communication skills
• Excellent physical condition and stamina
• High school diploma or equivalent; Diploma from a culinary school will be an advantage

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