Frostburg, MD · On-site
$16 - $21.50/hr
Nursing Home Cook Location: [Facility Name] - [City, State] Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Pay ... Retirement plan * Flexible scheduling * Training and advancement opportunities How to Apply ...
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Frostburg, MD · On-site
$16 - $21.50/hr
Nursing Home Cook Location: [Facility Name] - [City, State] Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time Pay ... Retirement plan * Flexible scheduling * Training and advancement opportunities How to Apply ...
$20 - $23/hr
We are seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team and bring quality, nutritious meals to our ... Retirement plan. * A supportive and team-oriented work environment. Join our team and make a ...
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$20 - $23/hr
We are seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team and bring quality, nutritious meals to our ... Retirement plan. * A supportive and team-oriented work environment. Join our team and make a ...
We deliver original, home-cook-friendly recipes; highlight techniques and products to improve or ... with freelancers/outside contributors * Strong culinary knowledge and technique; professional ...
We deliver original, home-cook-friendly recipes; highlight techniques and products to improve or ... with freelancers/outside contributors * Strong culinary knowledge and technique; professional ...
We deliver original, home-cook-friendly recipes; highlight techniques and products to improve or ... with freelancers/outside contributors * Strong culinary knowledge and technique; professional ...
We deliver original, home-cook-friendly recipes; highlight techniques and products to improve or ... with freelancers/outside contributors * Strong culinary knowledge and technique; professional ...
Federal Way, WA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
Cook - Line/Prep Location: Federal Way GenCare Lifestyle @ Steel Lake in Federal Way is a Premier ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...
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Federal Way, WA · On-site
$20 - $23/hr
Cook - Line/Prep Location: Federal Way GenCare Lifestyle @ Steel Lake in Federal Way is a Premier ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...
Lynnwood, WA · On-site
$19 - $22/hr
Cook - Line/Prep Part-Time Location: Lynnwood, WA - Scriber Gardens GenCare Lifestyle @ Scriber ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...
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Lynnwood, WA · On-site
$19 - $22/hr
Cook - Line/Prep Part-Time Location: Lynnwood, WA - Scriber Gardens GenCare Lifestyle @ Scriber ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...
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Claremont, CA · On-site
$18 - $18.50/hr
... retirement home is hiring a Meal prep assistant -Must be able to work weekends, holidays. Duties include setting tables, cleaning dining room, kitchen cleaning duties, assisting morning cook. Making ...
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Claremont, CA · On-site
$18 - $18.50/hr
... retirement home is hiring a Meal prep assistant -Must be able to work weekends, holidays. Duties include setting tables, cleaning dining room, kitchen cleaning duties, assisting morning cook. Making ...
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Claremont, CA · On-site
$18 - $18.50/hr
... retirement home is hiring a Meal prep assistant -Must be able to work weekends, holidays. Duties include setting tables, cleaning dining room, kitchen cleaning duties, assisting morning cook. Making ...
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Claremont, CA · On-site
$18 - $18.50/hr
... retirement home is hiring a Meal prep assistant -Must be able to work weekends, holidays. Duties include setting tables, cleaning dining room, kitchen cleaning duties, assisting morning cook. Making ...
Bluffton, IN · On-site
$15.50 - $19.25/hr
The cook at Christian Care Retirement Community is responsible for much more than simply preparing ... So, if you're looking for a career as a Cook in a facility that feels more like a home, Christian ...
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Bluffton, IN · On-site
$15.50 - $19.25/hr
The cook at Christian Care Retirement Community is responsible for much more than simply preparing ... So, if you're looking for a career as a Cook in a facility that feels more like a home, Christian ...
Renton, WA · On-site
$21.57 - $22/hr
Cook - Line/Prep Location: Renton, WA GenCare Lifestyle @ Eagle Ridge is more than just a place to ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...
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Renton, WA · On-site
$21.57 - $22/hr
Cook - Line/Prep Location: Renton, WA GenCare Lifestyle @ Eagle Ridge is more than just a place to ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...
About ZATV ZATV is home to some of Gen Z and Gen Alpha's favorite YouTube networks. Tune in to our ... In addition to cooking and baking, this role will support recipe testing, ingredient sourcing, food ...
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Concord, NC · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
Concord, NC · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
$13 - $17.50/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
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$13 - $17.50/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
Concord, NC · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
Concord, NC · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Cook RESPONSIBLE TO: Culinary Director JOB OBJECTIVE: Performs a variety of routine tasks and ... Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ...
Ogallala, NE · On-site
$17 - $20.75/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Ogallala, NE · On-site
$17 - $20.75/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Papillion, NE · On-site
$18/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Papillion, NE · On-site
$18/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Greenville, MI · On-site
$15 - $15.50/hr
At Green Acres of Greenville, we believe great meals bring comfort, joy, and a sense of home to our residents. We're looking for a compassionate and dependable Cook who enjoys preparing delicious ...
Greenville, MI · On-site
$15 - $15.50/hr
At Green Acres of Greenville, we believe great meals bring comfort, joy, and a sense of home to our residents. We're looking for a compassionate and dependable Cook who enjoys preparing delicious ...
Chadron, NE · On-site
$17/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Chadron, NE · On-site
$17/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Spirit Lake, IA · On-site
$18 - $21.75/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
Spirit Lake, IA · On-site
$18 - $21.75/hr
We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...
$23.52 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$14.90 - $25.57
31% of jobs
The median wage is $32.14 / hr.
$25.57 - $36.23
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| Aspect | Freelance Retirement Home Cook | Retirement Home Chef |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Cooking experience, food safety certifications | Cooking experience, food safety certifications, possibly culinary degree |
| Work Environment | Multiple retirement homes, flexible schedule | One or multiple retirement homes, more structured hours |
| Employer | Self-employed or contracted | Employed directly by retirement home |
| Work Scope | Preparing meals on a freelance basis, often for specific contracts | Daily meal preparation, menu planning, staff supervision |
While both roles involve preparing meals for seniors in retirement homes, a Freelance Retirement Home Cook typically works independently, providing services on a contract basis across multiple locations. In contrast, a Retirement Home Chef is usually employed directly by a single facility, managing daily kitchen operations and menu planning. The choice depends on whether you prefer freelance flexibility or a stable employment environment.
Cities with the most Freelance Retirement Home Cook job openings:
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States with the most job openings for Freelance Retirement Home Cook jobs include:
$16 - $21.50/hr
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Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 18 days ago
Job Title: Nursing Home Cook
Location: [Facility Name] – [City, State]
Job Type: Full-Time / Part-Time
Pay Rate: [$XX–$XX per hour]
We are seeking a reliable and compassionate Cook to join our dietary team. The Cook will prepare nutritious, appetizing meals for residents while following dietary requirements, food safety regulations, and sanitation standards. The ideal candidate enjoys working with seniors and is committed to providing high-quality meal service.
ResponsibilitiesPrepare and cook meals according to approved menus and dietary guidelines.
Follow special diets, including diabetic, low-sodium, pureed, and texture-modified meals.
Ensure food is prepared and served in a safe, sanitary manner.
Maintain cleanliness of kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage areas.
Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering supplies.
Follow all local health department regulations and facility policies.
Work cooperatively with dietary staff, nursing staff, and management.
Assist with meal service and kitchen closing procedures as needed.
Previous cooking experience in a healthcare facility, nursing home, hospital, school, or restaurant preferred.
Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
Ability to follow recipes and portion-control guidelines.
Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds.
Food Handler's Permit or ServSafe certification preferred.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance (for eligible employees)
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Flexible scheduling
Training and advancement opportunities
Interested candidates should submit a resume or complete an application at [email address, website, or physical address].
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Health care and social assistance
501 - 1,000 Employees
Waterbury, CT, US
2014
