Cook & Dining Services Aide

Grand Meadow Senior Living•Rochester, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Grand Meadow Senior Living is hiring an on-call Cook and Dining Services Aide (Dietary Aide) to cover shifts as needed, especially on weekends. The role prepares and serves nutritious, enjoyable meals for residents in a warm, welcoming senior living community. It is suited to people seeking flexible extra hours, including students, retirees, or people with another job. Shifts vary according to need, and weekend availability is a priority. The position is in person in Grand Meadow, Minnesota, and pays $19.10 per hour. The role requires previous kitchen or food service experience, basic knowledge of cooking methods and food safety, and availability to cover on-call shifts, especially weekends. Applicants must be at least 18 years old. Applicants may be subject to a background check. The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations during recruitment and employment upon request.

Requirements

Previous kitchen or food service experience.
Basic knowledge of cooking methods and food safety.
Availability to cover on-call shifts, especially weekends.
Must be at least 18 years old.

Nice To Haves

Weekend availability is a priority, and candidates available on weekends receive first consideration.

Responsibilities

Cook and serve meals following food safety and sanitation standards.
Follow menus and residents’ dietary needs, including special and texture-modified diets.
Keep kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage spaces clean.
Receive deliveries and store food and supplies properly.
Ensure meals are prepared and served on time.
Interact with residents, guests, and team members in a friendly, professional manner.