Imagine preparing delicious, homemade meals in a kitchen where your work is appreciated every day.

At Waterford Senior Living, our cooks do more than prepare meals—they create comfort, bring people together, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents. Every breakfast, lunch, and dinner is an opportunity to brighten someone's day.

If you have a passion for cooking and are looking for a rewarding career with a supportive team, we'd love to meet you!

$18.00–$24.00 per hour, based on experience.

• No late-night restaurant shifts
• Competitive pay
• Stable, year-round employment
• Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities available
• Supportive leadership and team environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Build meaningful relationships with the residents you serve

Our kitchen operates between 5:30 AM and 6:30 PM, giving you a better work-life balance than traditional restaurant hours.

Current shifts include:

• 5:30 AM – 1:30 PM
• 10:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Enjoy predictable scheduling and be home long before most restaurant kitchens close.

As a Cook at Waterford Senior Living, you'll prepare fresh, nutritious meals that residents look forward to every day.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to planned menus and standardized recipes.
• Cooking meals that accommodate therapeutic diets, modified textures, and resident preferences.
• Ensuring food is prepared, presented, and served with quality and consistency.
• Monitoring food temperatures and completing required food safety documentation.
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen.
• Assisting with inventory, stocking, and proper food storage.
• Working closely with the Dietary Manager and kitchen team.
• Assisting with holiday meals, resident celebrations, and special events.

We're looking for someone who:

• Loves cooking and takes pride in preparing quality meals.
• Is dependable and has a strong work ethic.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Has a positive attitude and enjoys serving others.
• Wants a career where their work truly matters.

Restaurant, café, catering, banquet, school, hospital, or senior living cooking experience is welcomed—but not required. If you have a passion for cooking, we'll teach you the rest!

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass a Wisconsin Caregiver Background Check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Food Safety Certification is preferred but not required.

• Competitive Pay
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance (eligible employees)
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Employee Referral Program
• Flexible Scheduling
• Supportive Team Environment
• Opportunities for Career Growth

Food is one of the highlights of our residents' day, and our dietary team plays an important role in creating a welcoming, home-like environment. Unlike restaurant kitchens, you'll get to know the people you're cooking for. Residents know your name, appreciate your meals, and genuinely look forward to seeing you each day. If you're looking for a career where your cooking is valued, your schedule supports your life outside of work, and you can make a meaningful impact every day, we'd love to have you join our team.

Apply today and help make every meal meaningful!