Senior Living Cook: Fresh Meals, Flexible Hours, Growth

Jaybirdseniorliving19; Iowa; On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, vision, disability, or

401(k) with match

Paid time off and flexible hours

Employee assistance program and on‑d­?

Job summary

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a reliable Cook to support our culinary team in a senior living community. You will prepare meals, uphold kitchen cleanliness, and assist the Culinary Coordinator to deliver high-quality dining experiences for residents, visitors, and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in culinary or hospitality, and the ability to follow recipes and maintain food safety standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; Culinary Arts degree preferred.
• Minimum 2+ years in culinary or hospitality services.
• Ability to follow recipes accurately and maintain food safety standards.
• Strong organizational and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to menu and recipes.
• Assist with serving meals and maintain dining areas.
• Wash dishes and clean kitchen and dining spaces.
• Uphold sanitation and food safety practices with PPE.
• Assist and supervise in food preparation and dining tasks when needed.
• Report unsafe conditions and participate in safety meetings.

Skills

Food safety

Recipe following

Teamwork

Organization

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary Arts degree preferred

Job description

Jaybird Senior Living is seeking a reliable Cook to support our culinary team in a senior living community. You will prepare meals, uphold kitchen cleanliness, and assist the Culinary Coordinator to deliver high-quality dining experiences for residents, visitors, and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2+ years in culinary or hospitality, and the ability to follow recipes and maintain food safety standards.