Line Cook / Assisted Living

Foundry Commercial•Nevada, IA

8d•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Allegro Living serves as the parent company of Allegro Management Company and Spring Arbor Management Company, uniting decades of senior living expertise under one trusted name. Formed through the 2025 merger of two well-established brands, Allegro Living is building a premier senior living platform defined by inspired lifestyles, compassionate care, and meaningful regional reach. The only thing we're missing is YOU! Line Cook / Senior Living Full-Time | PM Shift Windsor Manor – Nevada 1642 S G Ave Nevada, IA 50201 Starting Pay: $16.50 per hour Windsor Manor Nevada is hiring a Full-Time Cook to join our Dining Services team in our Assisted Living community in Nevada, IA. This opportunity is ideal for candidates searching for cook jobs in Nevada IA, assisted living cook positions, healthcare kitchen jobs, senior living dining services careers, line cook roles, or hospitality food service opportunities near Ames and Des Moines. If you enjoy preparing quality meals and creating positive dining experiences, we would love to connect with you. This role is ideal for individuals with experience in restaurants, healthcare kitchens, senior living communities, hotels, or food service environments who take pride in preparing nutritious meals and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen. Senior living experience is preferred but not required, and we are happy to train motivated candidates with strong culinary skills and a passion for serving others. Schedule Full-Time – PM Shift Varying shifts based on the needs of the community Consistent scheduling in a supportive senior living dining environment. Why Join Windsor Manor? At Windsor Manor Nevada, our Dining Services team plays an important role in residents’ daily lives. From preparing nutritious meals to creating welcoming dining experiences, our cooks help make every day enjoyable for the residents we serve. 📩 Ready to bring your cooking skills to a community that values great food and great people? Apply today for the Full-Time Cook position at Windsor Manor Nevada in Nevada, IA. The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for residents and guests of the Community ensuring that the food presentation enhances the dining experience of the residents and guests.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible/adaptable, pay attention to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
Must possess good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Must possess current manager’s level food handler permit.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

Minimum one (1) year related cooking experience or equivalent preferred.
Some software and computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented making each meal service an exceptional occasion.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director (DSD) and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes. Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, the budgeted costs and Company policies.
Supervise and/or assist in the proper washing of all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils. Properly maintain all kitchen equipment. Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Other job duties as assigned – see full job description.