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Seasonal Retirement Home Cook Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Cook

Spirit Lake, IA · On-site

$18 - $21.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook

Papillion, NE · On-site

$18/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook

Alta, IA · On-site

$17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal with an ... Paid time off * 401(k) retirement program * Disability insurance * Accident insurance * Critical ...

Cook

Chadron, NE · On-site

$17/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook

Red Oak, IA · On-site

$15 - $18.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook

Kearney, NE · On-site

$17 - $20.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook

Scottsbluff, NE · On-site

$17 - $19/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook

Elk Point, SD · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

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 ...

Cook (Seasonal)

Port Orchard, WA · On-site

$18.50 - $19.50/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As the Cook at Trophy Lake Golf and Casting, you will work in view of guests to prepare dishes and ... home-style Northwest cuisine with generous portions and courteous service. The golf club offers a ...

Seasonal Line Cook

Battle Creek, MI · On-site

$14.25 - $17.75/hr

Nestled in 433 acres of serene landscape, and home to over 70 different species, we are the third ... SEASONAL LINE COOK Mission Statement: Connect. Inspire. Conserve. Connect people with nature.

Cook

Bon Air, VA · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Pay Range: $19-$23 per hour The Cook, under the direction of designated management and supervisors ... Working experience in the retirement home industry preferred. * Demonstrated knowledge of food and ...

Cook

Bon Air, VA · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Requirements • Minimum 1 year of cooking experience required. • Working experience in the retirement home industry preferred. • Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality ...

Cook

Bon Air, VA

$19 - $23/hr

Requirements • Minimum 1 year of cooking experience required. • Working experience in the retirement home industry preferred. • Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality ...

Cook

Bon Air, VA · On-site

$19 - $23/hr

Requirements • Minimum 1 year of cooking experience required. • Working experience in the retirement home industry preferred. • Demonstrated knowledge of food and catering trends, quality ...

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How much do seasonal retirement home cook jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for seasonal retirement home cook in the United States is $17.73, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Seasonal Retirement Home Cook vs Full-Time Retirement Home Cook?

AspectSeasonal Retirement Home CookFull-Time Retirement Home Cook
CertificationsFood Handler's Permit, basic culinary trainingFood Handler's Permit, culinary certification often preferred
Work EnvironmentSeasonal employment, specific months or seasonsYear-round employment in retirement communities
Employer & IndustryRetirement homes, seasonal facilitiesRetirement homes, long-term care facilities
Work ScheduleLimited to specific seasons or holidaysConsistent, full-time schedule

The main difference between a Seasonal Retirement Home Cook and a Full-Time Retirement Home Cook lies in employment duration and schedule. Seasonal cooks work during specific times of the year, often for holidays or peak seasons, while full-time cooks are employed year-round. Both roles require similar certifications and work within retirement community settings, but their employment commitments differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Seasonal Retirement Home Cook job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,873 per year, or $17.7 per hour.

$18 - $21.75/hr

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Cook
Our recipe for success includes a great cook. Are you the missing ingredient?
Join us at WEL-Life Assisted Living in Spirit Lake as a Cook! We are seeking someone who can elevate institutional meals - down-home cooking is the goal. If you have special skills such as baking, we'd love to hear about what you could add to our kitchen.
  • Full time 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., rotating weekends and holidays
  • $18 to $21.75 per hour, based on experience

We are a family-oriented healthcare provider dedicated to excellence, whose mission is to enhance the lives of those we serve by providing quality care with respect, dignity and kindness.
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Be rewarded for:
  • Referring other great team members
  • Excellent care of residents
  • Attendance and reliability
  • Leadership and integrity
  • Dreams for advancement
  • Being a team-player
  • Longevity

We offer:
  • Competitive wages based on experience
  • Benefits
  • Shift differentials
  • Referral bonus

Benefits:
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k) retirement program
  • Disability insurance
  • Accident insurance
  • Critical illness insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Dental insurance*
  • Life insurance*
  • Vision insurance*

*Available for part-time
EOE/AA
Cook