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Entry Level Assisted Living Cook Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Legacy Village of Provo

Assisted Living Cook

Provo, UT · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

We pay our entry-level Assisted Living Cooks a competitive wage of $17 - $19/hour. Our team also enjoys great benefits, including hotel discounts, an annual Lagoon day, flexible schedules, and ...

Terrace Grove Assisted Living

Cook

Logan, UT · On-site

$12.99 - $13.50/hr

Terrace Grove Assisted Living, Logan, Utah Reasons to work here: * Competitive hourly wage * Highly Positive and supportive work environment Position Summary: A skilled Part-Time Cook will assist in ...

Terrace Grove Assisted Living

Cook

Logan, UT · On-site

$12 - $15/hr

Terrace Grove Assisted Living, Logan, UtahReasons to work here:Competitive hourly wageHighly Positive and supportive work environmentPosition Summary: A skilled Part-Time Cook will assist in the ...

Legacy Village of Sugar House

Cook

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$16/hr

WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM We are an assisted living community that values every employee . We pay our entry-level Cooks a competitive wage of $16/hour . Our team also enjoys great benefits ...

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What is the difference between Entry Level Assisted Living Cook vs Dietary Aide?

AspectEntry Level Assisted Living CookDietary Aide
CertificationsFood Handler's Permit, Basic Food SafetyFood Handler's Permit, Basic Food Safety
Work EnvironmentAssisted living facilities, preparing meals for residentsHealthcare settings, assisting with meal service and prep
Employer & Industry UsageSenior care, assisted living communitiesHealthcare, long-term care facilities

Both roles involve food safety certifications and work in healthcare-related environments. The Entry Level Assisted Living Cook typically prepares and cooks meals for residents, while the Dietary Aide assists with meal service and support tasks. The main difference lies in responsibilities, with cooks focusing on meal preparation and aides supporting meal delivery and resident needs.

What qualifications do you need to be an entry level assisted living cook?

Entry level assisted living cooks typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and basic cooking skills. Some facilities may require food safety training or a food handler's permit, and experience working in a kitchen or with elderly residents can be beneficial.

What cities in Utah are hiring for Entry Level Assisted Living Cook jobs?

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Assisted Living Cook job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 26% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Assisted Living Cook

Legacy Village of Provo

Provo, UT • On-site

$17 - $19/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Legacy Village of Provo in Provo, UT is calling all outgoing and friendly individuals to apply to join our food service team near the BYU campus as an entry-level full-time Assisted Living Cook!WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAMWe are a senior living company that offers flexible schedules to our employees. We pay our entry-level Assisted Living Cooks a competitive wage of $17 - $19/hour. Our team also enjoys great benefits, including hotel discounts, an annual Lagoon day, flexible schedules, and holiday parties with residents.We offer our full-time employees paid time off (PTO), employee discounts, a 401(k) with company match, dental insurance, health insurance, vision insurance, a health savings account (HSA), a retirement plan, and an employee referral program. Plus, we make it easy to apply with our initial quick mobile-optimized application. If we have your attention, please continue reading!ABOUT LEGACY VILLAGE OF PROVO / WESTERN STATES LODGING AND MANAGEMENTFollowing a "personal touch" philosophy, we take the time to get to know our guests and residents and always look for ways to provide care beyond what is expected. We are guided by six core values: Be loving. Choose wisely. Perform together. Act boldly. Express gratitude. Mind the store. We believe that the more independent our assisted living residents are, the happier and healthier they feel.We entrust only the most qualified, dependable, dedicated, and trustworthy individuals with the care of our clients. We strive to take good care of our staff. There really is a sense of family with the residents and co-workers here. If you're looking to work with a supportive, happy, and fun team, look no further!ARE YOU A GOOD FIT?Ask yourself: Are you friendly, enthusiastic, and optimistic? Do you enjoy cooking and creating delicious meals? If so, please consider applying for this entry-level food service position today!YOUR LIFE AS AN ASSISTED LIVING COOKThis flexible full-time kitchen position typically works one of two shifts: the breakfast and lunch shift from 6:30 am -2:30 pm, or the evening shift from 1:00 pm - 8:00 pm.In this food service role, you prepare tasty, appetizing meals for our senior living residents. You love using your creativity and cooking skills to provide an enjoyable experience! Paying careful attention to dietary needs, you prepare food and monitor the quality for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature. Presentation is important to you, and you always work to make sure that the food looks just as good as it tastes. Seeing the residents enjoy your cooking fills you with pride!Keeping the kitchen clean and following food sanitation standards to the letter is also part of your job. You ensure that we're well-stocked and that the kitchen is well-organized. You feel good keeping our senior living residents well fed!WHAT WE NEED FROM YOUA love for cookingPrevious experience is preferred but not required. We will train the right person! If you can meet these requirements and perform this entry-level job in food service as described above, we would be happy to have you as part of our kitchen team!Location: 84604
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