Full-time Cook

WesleyLife; Iowa; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay Access

Flexible Scheduling

Health care

Vision

Dental

401(k)

Scholarship Assistance

Tuition Reimbursement

Educational Discounts

Referral Bonus

Wellness center membership

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

WesleyLife's Fieldstone of DeWitt in DeWitt, IA is seeking a Cook to support residents' health and happiness by preparing hot and cold meals daily, following chef-approved recipes, and tailoring meals for modified diets.

Join a team that values quality, sanitation, and teamwork. This full-time role offers shifts from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM or 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM, a comprehensive benefits package, DailyPay access, tuition assistance, and a culture that respects growth and community.

Qualifications

• Culinary education preferred.
• Minimum one year cooking experience.
• Experience with quantity cooking and modified diet preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create Delicious Meals: Prepare a variety of hot and cold dishes daily using chef-approved recipes that highlight culinary skills.
• Work Alongside Culinary Leaders: Collaborate with Chefs and Culinary Directors in a professional kitchen.
• Support Specialized Diets: Help craft meals that meet modified diet plans.
• Maintain High Standards: Monitor food quality, manage portions, ensure plates meet service standards.
• Practice Smart & Clean Cooking: Follow proper sanitation and waste control practices.

Skills

Cooking

Food preparation

Education

Culinary education

Job description

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

WesleyLife is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!

About the Role: Cook

As a Cook, you’ll play a key role in supporting the health, happiness, and daily experience of the residents at Fieldstone of DeWitt.

As a Bistro Cook/Homemaker, you will:

• Create Delicious Meals: Prepare a variety of hot and cold dishes daily using chef-approved recipes that highlight your culinary skills.
• Work Alongside Culinary Leaders: Collaborate with Chefs and Culinary Directors while gaining hands‑on experience in a professional kitchen.
• Support Specialized Diets: Help craft meals that meet modified diet plans, making a real difference in guests' health and satisfaction.
• Maintain High Standards: Monitor food quality, manage portions, and act quickly to ensure every plate meets our service excellence.
• Practice Smart & Clean Cooking: Follow proper sanitation and waste control practices, contributing to a safe, efficient, and sustainable kitchen.

Opening:

• First shift full-time (6:00AM-2:30PM) or twelve hour shifts (6:00AM-6:30PM)

Qualifications:

• Culinary education preferred
• Minimum one year cooking experience
• Experience with quantity cooking and modified diet preferred

Community Location: 1301 Maynard Way, DeWitt, IA 52742

What We Offer

We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference. At WesleyLife, we provide:

Compensation & Flexibility:

• The pay range for this position is $16.92-$24.85/hour. The starting pay rate will be based on years of experience.
• DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it — instantly access your earnings before payday
• Flexible Scheduling: We work with your needs and schedule
• Evening Shift: Additional $1.50/hr and Weekend Differential: Additional $1.50/hr
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
• Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
• Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways
• Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn rewards
• Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
• A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support
• Work-Life Balance
• Benefits available after 30 days

Fieldstone of DeWitt, part of the WellSpire community,

represents a new standard in senior living for Clinton County and surrounding areas. Established on a 14-acre campus, this 95,000-square-foot facility emphasizes health and well-being. As a collaboration between WesleyLife and Genesis Health System, Fieldstone of DeWitt offers holistic health programming focused on mind, body, and spirit. Residents and their families benefit from compassionate, clinically excellent care, ensuring peace of mind and enhancing quality of life.

Why Choose WesleyLife?

At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well‑being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

Ready to Make a Difference?

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community.

Equal Opportunity Employer

WesleyLife believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well‑being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre‑hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.