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American Senior Communities

Cook Assisted Living

Fort Wayne, IN · On-site

$13.75 - $18.50/hr

Become a Cook at Heritage Park Commons Assisted Living today! Now Hiring part-time cooks! Join our culinary team at ASC and play a crucial role in preparing and serving delicious and nutritious meals ...

Charter Senior Living

Cook

Plainfield, IN · On-site

$20/hr

) Cook Looking for our next all-star employee with assisted living experience. Charter Senior Living of Hobbs Station is dedicated to the care and wellbeing of our residents. It is our goal to assure ...

Lake Meadows Assisted Living

Cook

Fishers, IN · On-site

$10K/mo

COOK: At Priority Life Care we understand that the dining experience is one of the most important ... assisted, living, senior, community, nursing, home, health, care, aide, diet,

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Hellenic Senior Living - Elkhart

Cook

Elkhart, IN

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Cooks - F/T - Under New Management--Hellenic Senior Living - Helping, Assisting, & Caring for ... Exciting & rewarding opportunity to help Seniors in an Assisted Living Community. Start Immediately!

Hellenic Senior Living - Elkhart

Cook

Elkhart, IN · On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Cooks - F/T - Under New Management--Hellenic Senior Living - Helping, Assisting, & Caring for ... Exciting & rewarding opportunity to help Seniors in an Assisted Living Community. Start Immediately!

Hellenic Senior Living of Indianapolis

Cook

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$13.50 - $18/hr

Cooks - F/T - Under New Management--Hellenic Senior Living - Helping, Assisting, & Caring for ... Exciting & rewarding opportunity to help Seniors in an Assisted Living Community. Start Immediately!

Communicarehealth

Cook

Carmel, IN · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Are you ready to come COOK at CommuniCare? What We Offer: All CommuniCare employees enjoy ... assisted living communities, independent rehabilitation centers, and long-term acute care hospitals ...

Communicarehealth

Cook, Part Time

Carmel, IN · On-site

$14 - $18.50/hr

Then come join CommuniCare as Part Time COOK! CommuniCare Health Services invites YOU to work your ... assisted living communities, independent rehabilitation centers, and long-term acute care hospitals ...

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How much do assisted living cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for assisted living cook in Indiana is $15.25, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.79 and $17.16 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a typical day look like for an Assisted Living Cook?

A typical day for an Assisted Living Cook involves preparing and serving nutritious meals that accommodate residents' dietary needs, following daily and weekly menus, and maintaining a clean, organized kitchen. You may collaborate closely with dietary managers, nursing staff, and other kitchen personnel to ensure meals are prepared safely and on schedule. Assisted Living Cooks often interact with residents, sometimes taking meal preferences or special requests into account. The work environment is team-oriented and fast-paced, with a strong focus on food safety, sanitation, and resident satisfaction. This role can be both rewarding and demanding, as it directly supports the health and happiness of residents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Assisted Living Cook position, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assisted Living Cook, you need proficiency in meal preparation, food safety, and nutrition, often supported by experience in food service and a food handler's certification. Familiarity with commercial kitchen equipment, dietary management software, and compliance with health regulations is typically required. Strong teamwork, compassion, and attention to detail help create a positive dining experience for residents. These skills are crucial for ensuring meals are both safe and enjoyable, directly impacting the health and well-being of those in assisted living communities.

What does an Assisted Living Cook do?

An Assisted Living Cook prepares and serves meals for residents in assisted living facilities, ensuring they meet dietary guidelines, nutritional needs, and individual preferences. They follow established menus, maintain kitchen cleanliness, and comply with food safety regulations. Additionally, they may accommodate special dietary restrictions and work closely with staff to provide a pleasant dining experience for residents.

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Cook Assisted Living

Cook Assisted Living

American Senior Communities

Terre Haute, IN • On-site

$13.25 - $17.75/hr

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 12 days ago

American Senior Communities rating

5.5

Company rating: 5.5 out of 10

Based on 127 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

812th of 886 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Become a Cook at The Commons at Honey Creek Assisted Living today!

Part-Time Evening Shift Cook opportunity

Candidate must have availability to work weekends.

Join our culinary team at ASC and play a crucial role in preparing and serving delicious and nutritious meals, while maintaining the highest standards of sanitation and food safety for our residents.  

Key Responsibilities of a Cook include:

  • Follows recipes and prepares food that corresponds to menus that meet residents’ nutritional needs.
  • Cooks or prepares palatable, attractive, nutritionally adequate meals in quantities needed.
  • Leads kitchen staff with food preparation, assembling trays, cleaning, and storage of supplies and equipment.
  • Maintains a clean food service work area as food preparation and service is in process.
  • Handles, stores, and disposes of food supplies, and prepares food in accordance with departmental procedures and in compliance with state and federal regulations.

Qualifications:

  • Required: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Preferred: Certification in Sanitation/Safe Food Handling, unless required by State and Federal agencies. Certifications can be earned while employed with ASC.
  • Preferred: Prior Institutional and/or Healthcare service experience.

 Benefits and perks include:

  • Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday.  Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
  • Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personalized Wellness Coaching.
  • Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
  • Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement. 
  • Team Culture: A.R.E. Values:  Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana.  Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards. 

*Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

About American Senior Communities

Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., but they are also our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large.

American Senior Communities has proudly served our customers since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Team members within each of our 100+ American Senior Communities take great pride in our Hoosier hospitality roots, and it is ingrained in everything we do. As leaders in senior care, we are not just doing a job but following a calling.

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Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence are the core values for American Senior Communities. These words not only form an acronym for C.A.R.E., they are our guiding principles and create the framework for all our relationships with customers, team members and community at large. American Senior Communities has proudly delivered patient centered care since the year 2000, with a long history of excellent outcomes. Each of our 80+ American Senior Community is part of the neighborhood in which it exists. Our leaders and staff live in surrounding areas and know the community well. We value the same things in life that you do. The foundation of our senior living communities is based on the knowledge that we'll be part of your neighborhood for many, many years. We take great pride in our hospitality and it is ingrained in everything we do. As partners in senior care, we are not just doing a job, but following a calling.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Indianapolis, IN, US

Year founded

2000

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