Senior Living Line Cook Part Time

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: Part time, from 6:30 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:

• 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
• Prep snacks, fruits, vegetables, and modified diet items
• Support kitchen cleanliness, dishwashing, and sanitation practices
• Participate in kitchen rounds and fostering a collaborative work environment

What You’ll Need:

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

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.