Cook
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals ... are services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located ...
Cook
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals ... are services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located ...
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals ... are services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located ...
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Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals ... are services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located ...
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals ... are services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located ...
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$13.25 - $17.75/hr
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals ... are services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located ...
Cook
$13.50 - $18/hr
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
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Cook
$13.50 - $18/hr
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
$15.45 - $18.54/hr
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Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
$15.45 - $18.54/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$15.45 - $18.54/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$15.45 - $18.54/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$15.45 - $18.54/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$15.45 - $18.54/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook- Bethany Home
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
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Life Insurance * 401k retirement plan with matching contribution * Paid Time Off History WINGSTOP ... cooked to order and hand-sauced-and-tossed in fans' choice of 11 bold, distinctive flavors.
Cook- Bethany Home
Phoenix, AZ · On-site
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Life Insurance * 401k retirement plan with matching contribution * Paid Time Off History WINGSTOP ... cooked to order and hand-sauced-and-tossed in fans' choice of 11 bold, distinctive flavors.
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$12.75 - $17.25/hr
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
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Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$12.75 - $17.25/hr
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Sun City West, AZ · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by ... Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. * Entertaining ...
Cook
Sun City West, AZ · On-site
$12.75 - $17/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by ... Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. * Entertaining ...
Cook
Chandler, AZ · On-site
$13.75 - $18.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by ... Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. * Entertaining ...
Cook
Chandler, AZ · On-site
$13.75 - $18.50/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by ... Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. * Entertaining ...
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by ... Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. * Entertaining ...
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$13.50 - $18/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by ... Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members. * Entertaining ...
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$18 - $21.60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$18 - $21.60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$18 - $21.60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$18 - $21.60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$18 - $21.60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Surprise, AZ · On-site
$18 - $21.60/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
... homes. Atria Senior Living's family of brands has openings for individuals looking for a career ... Retirement Savings Plan / 401(k) employer match * Tuition reimbursement (U.S Based Communities)
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$15.45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home ... Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are ...
Cook
Tucson, AZ · On-site
$15.45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home ... Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are ...
Cook
$15.45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home ... Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are ...
Cook
$15.45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home ... Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are ...
Cook
Kingman, AZ · On-site
$38K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Retirement Benefits: Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution rate of 11 ... Oversee the packaging of home delivered meals to ensure portion control, temperature control, and ...
Cook
Kingman, AZ · On-site
$38K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Retirement Benefits: Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Contribution rate of 11 ... Oversee the packaging of home delivered meals to ensure portion control, temperature control, and ...
Cook
Kingman, AZ · On-site
$38K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Retirement Benefits: * Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). * Contribution rate of ... Oversee the packaging of home delivered meals to ensure portion control, temperature control, and ...
Cook
Kingman, AZ · On-site
$38K/yr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Retirement Benefits: * Enrollment in Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). * Contribution rate of ... Oversee the packaging of home delivered meals to ensure portion control, temperature control, and ...
Cook - Marana
Marana, AZ · On-site
$15.45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home ... Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are ...
Cook - Marana
Marana, AZ · On-site
$15.45/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
The Cook enjoys the convenience of a semi-commercial kitchen environment, yet the feeling of home ... Retirement Plan - Agency contribution after years of services and hours eligibility criteria are ...
Retirement Home Cook information
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$8.29 - $9.41
2% of jobs
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4% of jobs
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9% of jobs
$12.77 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$11.65 - $12.77
10% of jobs
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14% of jobs
The median wage is $14.64 / hr.
$13.89 - $15.01
16% of jobs
$15.01 - $16.13
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$16.54 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
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As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for retirement home cook in Arizona is $14.94, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.55 and $16.78 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What is a retirement home cook?
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Job description
Our senior living community is currently seeking a Cook to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values:
Celebration
Accountability
Passion for Learning
Love One Another
Intelligent Risk Taking
Customer Second (Employee First!)
Ownership
If these core values resonate deeply with your own moral compass and you meet the requirements below, then you should apply.
About the Opportunity
Ensures efficient, timely, and friendly service to all residents and staff. Maintains proper sanitation and safety procedures and high quality food preparation and presentation. Orders, receives, and rotates stock in conjunction with the Food Service Director. Reads and follows recipes to ensure consistency of the product. Prepares and serves food items for breakfast, lunch or dinner as assigned. Assists with meeting or exceeding resident dining expectations. Is knowledgeable in food preparation techniques and presentation. Other relevant duties may be required or assigned by Supervisor.
Critical Success Factors
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and comprehend the same.
- Willingness to learn new food preparation techniques and presentation.
- Knowledge of special dietary needs of residents and the required meal prep techniques.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a team. Must display team behaviors.
- Ability to effectively deal with conflict or customer complaints.
- Ability to focus on multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Follows all food safety and equipment safety procedures.
- Knowledge of and compliance with community quality standards and requirements.
- Ability to "short order" cook.
- Must be dependable, punctual, self-motivated, and able to work without constant supervision.
Minimum Qualifications
- Minimum of one year of cooking experience (some short order cooking) and quantity cooking.
- Must possess Serv-Safe certification, or willing to obtain upon hire.
We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.
The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.
About MOUNTAIN VIEW RETIREMENT VILLAGE
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Industry
Nursing and residential care facilities
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Tucson, AZ, US
Year founded
2008