Cook -Village at Pine Valley Assisted Living

Lutheran Homes Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life Insurance

Short Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Education Assistance

Paid Holidays (14) at time and a half

Paid Time Off

403(b) retirement plan

Referral bonuses

Campus events

Free monthly meals

Job summary

Lutheran Life Villages is seeking a full-time Cook at our Pine Valley Assisted Living campus in Fort Wayne, IN. The role involves preparing high-quality meals for residents and following recipes to ensure consistent portions and service.

The ideal candidate will have one year of food service experience, strong teamwork, and the ability to work a schedule that includes weekends and holidays. This position offers competitive wages and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• One year of food service experience preferred.
• Adhere to sanitary/food service regulations.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
• Weekend, holiday, and extended shifts are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals for residents following recipes.
• Clean kitchen areas and equipment according to guidelines.
• Collaborate with team to ensure timely service.

Skills

Food service experience

Interpersonal skills

Work independently

Time management

Organize & prioritize

Weekend/holiday shifts

Job description

Cook -Village at Pine Valley Assisted Living

Job Category: Dining Services

Requisition Number: COOKV001630

• Posted : August 5, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Fort Wayne, IN 46845, USA

Description

We are searching for a full-time Cook at our Lutheran Life Villages Pine Valley Assisted Living campus.

As a representative of Lutheran Life Villages (LLV), candidates will be responsible for preparing high-quality meals for our residents. The ideal Cook candidate will be able to follow recipes and provide sufficient quantities for times of service while being a team player. Cooks will be required to clean areas and equipment in the kitchen according to standards set forth by state and federal guidelines.

Shift consists of varying schedules:
Monday (6am-1pm)
E/O Tuesday (11am-6pm)
Wednesdays (6am-6pm)
E/O Friday (6am - 4pm)
E/O Saturday & Sunday (6am -1pm)

Joining the team at Lutheran Life Villages brings with it an impressive benefits package, including competitive wages, eligibility for medical, dental and vision insurance within 30 days, Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, Education Assistance, 14 Holidays paid at time and a half when worked, Paid Time Off including yearly birthday PTO, 403B retirement savings with employer match, unlimited referral bonuses, frequent campus events, and free monthly meals.

Job Qualifications

• Experience:
  • One year of food service experience is preferred.
• Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to adhere to all sanitary / food service regulations.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to organize and prioritize work to meet deadlines.
  • Weekend, holiday, and extended shifts are required.

Lutheran Life Villages is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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