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Charter Senior Living

Senior Living Cook

Woodbridge, CT · On-site

$20 - $23/hr

Great culinary opportunities Are you passionate about cooking and creating meals that make a difference? We're looking for a dedicated Assisted Living Cook to join our culinary team! In this role ...

Charter Senior Living

Senior Living Cook

Brookfield, CT · On-site

$21 - $24/hr

... Assisted Living Cook to join our culinary team! In this role, you'll have the opportunity to prepare delicious, nutritious meals for our residents, while ensuring the highest standards of food safety ...

SUNSHINE PALMA CEIA

Cook for assisted living

Tampa, FL

$17 - $20/hr

Cook for Assisted Living** ** ** We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Cook to join our culinary team at our assisted living facility. The ideal candidate will take pride in preparing nutritious ...

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How much do entry level assisted living cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for entry level assisted living cook in the United States is $16.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.46 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Assisted Living Cook job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 97% Full Time, and 2% Part Time. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,340 per year, or $16 per hour.

Senior Living Cook / Kitchen Chef

Legacy House of Spanish Fork

Spanish Fork, UT • On-site

$17/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Legacy House of Spanish Fork is currently hiring for a full-time or part-time Senior Living Cook / Kitchen Chef to be a part of our culinary team in the Spanish Fork, UT area. This full- or part-time position earns a competitive wage of $17/hour.
In addition to competitive pay and our supportive culture, we offer our Senior Living Cooks / Kitchen Chefs the following benefits:
  • An annual Lagoon day
  • Company parties
  • An annual staff appreciation week

Additionally, we offer our full-time employees:
  • Medical and dental
  • 12 days of paid time off (PTO)
  • 2 weeks of paid vacation
  • A 401(k) with match
  • A health savings account (HSA) with match

So, now that you've learned the who, what, where, and why, you may be wondering HOW? It's easy! Just fill out our initial mobile-friendly online application. We hope to meet you soon!
DAY-TO-DAY
This full- or part-time culinary position offers flexible hours anytime between 6:00 am and 7:00 pm.
As a Senior Living Cook / Kitchen Chef, you prepare tasty home-cooked meals for our residents. Passionate about making healthy food, you love using your creativity and cooking skills to provide an enjoyable experience! You plan culinary delights based on our menu and recipe requirements. Paying careful attention to dietary needs, you monitor food quality for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature. 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 our recipes and menus are well maintained. Keeping our senior residents well fed makes you feel great!
ABOUT LEGACY HOUSE OF SPANISH FORK / WESTERN STATES LODGING AND MANAGEMENT
Following 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!
OUR IDEAL SENIOR LIVING COOK / KITCHEN CHEF
  • Passionate - loves cooking good food
  • Efficient - works confidently in a fast-paced setting
  • Detail-oriented - takes note of all details
  • Flexible - willing to jump in and help wherever needed

If this sounds like you, keep reading!
REQUIREMENTS FOR A SENIOR LIVING COOK / KITCHEN CHEF
  • Ability to prepare meals for big groups of people
  • No culinary experience required!

If you're looking for flexible work and you meet the above requirements, we need you. Apply today to join our team full- or part-time!
Location: 84660

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