Cook - Resident-Focused Kitchen in Senior Living

Bickford of Marion; Anamosa (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Voluntary life & short-term disability

401(k) with employer match

Pay available daily

Benefits start after 30 days (full‑/pt

Job summary

Bickford Senior Living is seeking a Cook to support the Kitchen Manager and prepare meals for residents in a restaurant-style dining setting called the “Bread Basket.” This role contributes to a caring, service-focused environment with daily pay options and comprehensive benefits for eligible staff.

Responsibilities include following menus, ensuring proper plating and temperatures, maintaining records, and coordinating with the Kitchen Manager for tours and events.

Qualifications

• Exhibits a learner mindset and can handle multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organizational and time management abilities.
• Shows sound judgment and problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals following menus and expectations.
• Serve food timely, correctly plated, and at proper temperatures.
• Maintain kitchen and dining area cleanliness and records.
• Interact with residents to enhance dining experiences.
• Follow dishwashing procedures and kitchen task guides.
• Track diets, allergies, and preferences from resident orders.

Skills

Learner mindset

Multitasking

Written & verbal comms

Organizational skills

Judgment & problem-solving

Tools

Food prep & safety

Job description

Bickford Senior Living is seeking a Cook to support the Kitchen Manager and prepare meals for residents in a restaurant-style dining setting called the “Bread Basket.” This role contributes to a caring, service-focused environment with daily pay options and comprehensive benefits for eligible staff.

Responsibilities include following menus, ensuring proper plating and temperatures, maintaining records, and coordinating with the Kitchen Manager for tours and events.