About this role
A Different Kind of Culinary Career
Cook for people, not tickets. Create memorable experiences. Help us redefine senior living dining—and still have a life outside the kitchen!
Bring your culinary passion to The Waterford at Wisconsin Rapids, a Sonida Senior Living community in Wisconsin Rapids, WI where great food, hospitality and relationships come together. If you're ready for a different kind of culinary career—one where you can can create memorable dining experiences, build meaningful relationships and still have a life outside the kitchen—we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Love About Working Here
- ##### Flexible scheduling**
- ##### Competitive pay
- ##### PTO available starting on Day One
- ##### Paid training
- ##### Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance*
- ##### 401(k) retirement savings plan with discretionary company match
- ##### Employee Assistance Program
- ##### Dependent Care and Flexible Spending Accounts
- ##### Educational and learning opportunities
- ##### Paid Team Member and Resident referral programs
- ##### Innovative technology designed to support you and enhance resident care
- ##### Enjoy no late-night restaurant hours — kitchen service typically wraps up by 7–8 p.m., with an evening cook providing coverage
- ##### Help create a more restaurant-style, hospitality-driven dining experience for our residents
- ##### Bring your creativity to menus, special events and themed dining experiences
- ##### Build relationships with the people you serve and learn their individual preferences.
- ##### Enjoy a more predictable schedule and better work-life balance than traditional restaurant kitchens.
- ##### Work in an environment where great food and great hospitality truly matter.
What You'll Do
As a Cook, you'll help create delicious and enjoyable dining experiences while ensuring meals are prepared safely and meet the dietary needs of our residents. Your responsibilities may include:
- ##### Preparing and cooking meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements
- ##### Ensuring meals are prepared and served in a timely manner
- ##### Maintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and taste
- ##### Following proper food handling, sanitation, and safety procedures
- ##### Assisting with meal planning, food preparation, and special dietary needs as assigned
- ##### Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and work environment
- ##### Monitoring food supplies and communicating inventory or equipment needs
- ##### Working collaboratively with the Dining Services team to provide an exceptional experience for residents
- ##### Following all company policies, food safety standards, and applicable local and state regulations
What we're looking for
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- ##### Has a passion for cooking and preparing quality meals
- ##### Enjoys working with seniors and making a difference in their day
- ##### Takes pride in their work and pays attention to quality and detail
- ##### Understands the importance of food safety and sanitation
- ##### Is dependable, organized, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- ##### Works well independently and as part of a team
- ##### Has previous cooking or food service experience (preferred)