Bistro Cook
About The Position
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 Cook, 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 Food & Beverage 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. 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. Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience - the WesleyLife Way. 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
Requirements
- Minimum one year cooking experience
- Experience with quantity cooking and modified diet preferred
Nice To Haves
- Culinary education preferred
Responsibilities
- Prepare a variety of hot and cold dishes daily using chef-approved recipes that highlight your culinary skills.
- Collaborate with Chefs and Food & Beverage Directors while gaining hands-on experience in a professional kitchen.
- Help craft meals that meet modified diet plans, making a real difference in guests' health and satisfaction.
- Monitor food quality, manage portions, and act quickly to ensure every plate meets our service excellence.
- Follow proper sanitation and waste control practices, contributing to a safe, efficient, and sustainable kitchen.
Benefits
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
