Dining Services Cook

Home Again Assisted Living Inc.; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Work-life balance

Health, dental, vision & 401(k)

Instant pay

Positive, family-like team

Job summary

Home Again Assisted Living Inc. is seeking a Dining Services Cook to deliver home-style meals that comfort residents in Waunakee, Wisconsin.

This full-time role includes morning and early-afternoon shifts designed for steady hours and a supportive team environment. You will follow dietary guidelines, maintain a clean kitchen, and occasionally craft special meals for events, contributing to residents' daily joy and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience in food prep or cooking (professional or personal).
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Able to work with older adults.

Responsibilities

• Prepare delicious, home-style meals that nourish and delight residents.
• Follow residents' dietary needs and doctor/nutritionist recommendations.
• Keep the kitchen spotless and organized to meet safety and health standards.
• Occasionally create special meals for events and celebrations - your creativity is welcome here!

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Dependability

Flexibility

Job description

Dining Services Cook – Bring Comfort, Flavor, and Heart to Home Again

Are you passionate about creating meals that warm both hearts and homes?

At Home Again Assisted Living, our cooks do more than prepare food - they help create moments of joy and comfort for our residents every single day. If you love to cook, care about people, and enjoy being part of a positive, team-oriented environment, we'd love for you to join us.

FULL TIME - 6:00a-2:00p

FULL TIME - 11:00a-7:00p

Why You'll Love Working With Us

• Competitive Pay – your skill and care deserve it.
• Work-Life Balance – consistent hours and a supportive schedule.
• Health, Dental, Vision & 401(k) – care for yourself while you care for others.
• Instant Pay Option – access your earnings when you need them.
• Positive, Family-Like Team – feel valued and respected every day.

What You'll Do

• Prepare delicious, home-style meals that nourish and delight our residents.
• Follow residents' dietary needs and doctor/nutritionist recommendations.
• Keep the kitchen spotless and organized to meet safety and health standards.
• Occasionally create special meals for events and celebrations - your creativity is welcome here!
• Be an essential part of our residents' daily lives - because a good meal means everything.

What We're Looking For

• A warm, dependable person who enjoys working with older adults.
• Experience in food prep or cooking (professional or personal).
• A calm, flexible attitude - you're steady even when it's busy.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• At least 18 years of age.

Our Culture

At Home Again, we believe in creating a true "home" for our residents - filled with care, laughter, and good food. Our team members don't just serve meals; they serve moments of joy. Join us and become part of something meaningful - where your cooking truly makes a difference.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Because we serve seniors and vulnerable adults, all candidates must successfully pass a background check and drug screening prior to employment, in accordance with state regulations and company policy.

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour