Senior Living Line Cook Full Time

Better Living; Osage (IA); On-site; USD 19,286 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Life & AD&D Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

A community-focused organization in Iowa seeks a Cook to prepare a variety of foods and maintain kitchen standards. This full-time role requires a minimum of 1 year of cooking experience and knowledge of safe food handling. Offering competitive pay between $14.00 and $16.00 per hour, the organization aims to create meaningful experiences for residents through compassionate service and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• 1+ year of experience as a cook (preferred).
• Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of foods such as soups, meats, vegetables, casseroles, and desserts.
• Follow menus, recipes, and proper food preparation techniques.
• Monitor food quality and temperature.
• Plating, portioning, and garnishing meals.
• Support kitchen cleanliness, dishwashing, and sanitation practices.

Skills

Food preparation

Knowledge of safe food handling

Ability to work independently

Team collaboration

Job description

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Base pay range

$14.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Start a meaningful career as a Cook with Apple Valley Osage, A Better Living Community!

Make a difference in someone's life every day.

At Apple Valley Osage, we lead with love—creating senior communities where purpose, dignity, and joy define every moment. Join a team grounded in compassion and hospitality, where your work truly elevates lives.

Why Join Us?

• Personalized Care:We believe better care leads to better living
• Competitive Pay:$14- $16/hour + credit for experience
• Schedule:Full time, from6:30 AM -1:30 PM or 1:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Weekend rotations and holidays required
• Supportive Team:We invest in our team just like we invest in our residents
• Quick Hiring:Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You’ll Do:

• Preparea variety of foods such as soups, meats, vegetables, casseroles, and desserts
• Followmenus, recipes, and proper food preparation techniques
• Monitorfood quality and temperature
• Plating, portioning, and garnishing meals
• Prepsnacks, fruits, vegetables, and modified diet items
• Supportkitchen cleanliness, dishwashing, and sanitation practices
• Participatein kitchen rounds and fostering a collaborative work environment

What You’ll Need:

• Must be 18years or older
• 1+ year of experience as a cook (preferred)
• Knowledge of safe food handling and kitchen practicesAbility to follow recipes and maintain food quality standards
• Experience in senior living or healthcare, preferred
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Benefits Available to You:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Coverage: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Sales, General Business, and Education

Industries

• Wireless Services, Telecommunications, and Communications Equipment Manufacturing

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