Senior Living Cook — Compassionate Kitchen, Flexible Hours

Charter-Senior-Living-of-Northpark-Plac; Sioux City (IA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No late nights

Free uniforms

Great culinary opportunities

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Flexible scheduling

Free medical insurance plan options

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid training

Paid time off and holiday pay

Perfect attendance bonus — earn up to

Job summary

Charter Senior Living is seeking a passionate Cook to join our culinary team and deliver comforting, high-quality meals to our residents. You will help create meaningful dining experiences and work with a supportive crew focused on hospitality and care.

You’ll prepare nutritious meals in a fast-paced environment, adhere to safety standards, and adapt menus to resident dietary needs while contributing to a positive dining atmosphere and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Previous cook or culinary experience preferred.
• Senior living, healthcare, or hospitality experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards.
• Ability to prepare meals for large groups.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Compassionate and service-oriented attitude.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and organized environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals for residents according to menus and recipes.
• Ensure food quality, taste, presentation, and portion standards are maintained.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control procedures.
• Prepare meals for dietary needs including diabetic, low-sodium, vegetarian, texture-modified, and other therapeutic diets.
• Assist with kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Maintain proper food storage and temperature logs.
• Support timely meal service and positive dining experiences.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain an efficient and respectful kitchen environment.

Skills

Cooking experience

Teamwork

Food safety knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Charter Senior Living is seeking a passionate Cook to join our culinary team and deliver comforting, high-quality meals to our residents. You will help create meaningful dining experiences and work with a supportive crew focused on hospitality and care.

You’ll prepare nutritious meals in a fast-paced environment, adhere to safety standards, and adapt menus to resident dietary needs while contributing to a positive dining atmosphere and teamwork.