Cook 6:30a-2p/11a-7p $21-22.25 (Full Time)

Rock Creek Senior Living•Ankeny, IA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Arrow Senior Living is hiring a full-time Cook at Rock Creek in Ankeny, Iowa. The role prepares menu items according to established standards and recipes, with a focus on food quality, presentation, and timely service. The Cook follows health and food-safety protocols, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and safe food temperatures. The position also involves getting to know residents and their food preferences and needs, and participating in resident orientations. The schedule is Friday and Saturday from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., and Monday and Sunday from 6:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Pay is $21–$22.25 per hour. The role is primarily indoors, with availability to work outside for events.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Be able to read, write, understand, and communicate in English with residents.
Possess a current Food Handlers Card as specified by the Department of Health.
Demonstrate skills, knowledge, and competency in leadership, training, and supervision.
Have proficient written and oral communication skills with management, professional, and support staff.
Be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and stoop throughout the day.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move items weighing up to 50 pounds.
Be comfortable working in close contact with extreme temperatures, including cooking surfaces and walk-in freezers.
Be able to work primarily indoors and be available to work outside for events.
Be criminally cleared.

Responsibilities

Prepare menu items according to established standards and recipes.
Provide high-quality food that is attractively presented and served in a timely fashion.
Follow health protocols, including proper hygiene, sanitary food preparation, and proper food temperatures.
Become familiar with residents and their preferences and needs.
Participate in resident orientations.

Benefits

Company-matched 401(k), with a 100% match on the first 3% and full vesting upon enrollment.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees, effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment.
Disability insurance for full-time employees.
Employee assistance program.
Weekly employee recognition program.
Life insurance for full-time employees.
Paid time off; full-time employees accrue up to 115 hours per year, and part-time employees accrue up to 30 hours per year.
Tuition reimbursement after 90 days for full-time and part-time employees.
Employee referral program for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
Complimentary meal each shift for full-time, part-time, and PRN employees.
Daily Pay option.
Direct deposit.
Promotion from within.