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Mercy Haven, Inc.

Adult Home Cook

Bayport, NY

$18.50/hr

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES The Adult Home Cook would be responsible for meal preparation, cooking ... 403(b) Retirement Savings * Tuition Reimbursement Learn more at mercyhaven.org! MERCY HAVEN IS ...

Mercy Haven

Adult Home Cook

Bayport, NY · On-site

$18.50/hr

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES The Adult Home Cook would be responsible for meal preparation, cooking ... 403(b) Retirement Savings * Tuition Reimbursement Learn more at mercyhaven.org! MERCY HAVEN IS ...

Mercy Haven

Adult Home Cook

Bayport, NY · On-site

$18.50/hr

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES The Adult Home Cook would be responsible for meal preparation, cooking ... 403(b) Retirement Savings * Tuition Reimbursement Learn more at mercyhaven.org! MERCY HAVEN IS ...

University of San Diego

Temporary Cook

San Diego, CA · On-site

$14.75 - $20/hr

This is a part-time, temporary, retirement benefit position with an anticipated end date of June 1, 2026. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon ...

University of San Diego

Temporary Cook

San Diego, CA · On-site

$17.75 - $19/hr

This is a part-time, temporary, retirement benefit position with an anticipated end date of June 1, 2026. The appointment is renewable at the discretion of the University and dependent upon ...

Close To Home Inc.

Cook at Close To Home Inc.

Tomah, WI

$18 - $22/hr

Retirement plan * Paid vacation time What You Will Do: * Prepare home cooked meals according to menu and dietary guidelines. * Follow health and food safety guidelines. * Keep a sanitized and orderly ...

Gencare Inc

Cook

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 ...

Gencare Inc

Cook

Tacoma, WA · On-site

$20/hr

Cook - Line/Prep Location: Tacoma *Award-Winning Senior Living Community GenCare Lifestyle @ Pt ... Forget "retirement home food" -- we are the only fully Gluten-Free accredited Senior Housing ...

Brookridge A Thrive More Community

Cook

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ... Complete needed record keeping forms: substitution logs; temp-sheets; daily logbooks; sanitation ...

Taylor Glen A Thrive More Community

Cook

Concord, NC · On-site

$12.75 - $17/hr

Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ... Complete needed record keeping forms: substitution logs; temp-sheets; daily logbooks; sanitation ...

Taylor Glen A Thrive More Community

Cook

Concord, NC

$12.75 - $17/hr

Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ... Complete needed record keeping forms: substitution logs; temp-sheets; daily logbooks; sanitation ...

Taylor Glen A Thrive More Community

Cook

Concord, NC

$12.75 - $17/hr

Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ... Complete needed record keeping forms: substitution logs; temp-sheets; daily logbooks; sanitation ...

Taylor Glen A Thrive More Community

Cook

Concord, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.50/hr

Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ... Complete needed record keeping forms: substitution logs; temp-sheets; daily logbooks; sanitation ...

Brookridge A Thrive More Community

Cook

Winston Salem, NC · On-site

$13 - $17.25/hr

Complies with the retirement home's conduct policy. * Complies with all requirements of all Federal ... Complete needed record keeping forms: substitution logs; temp-sheets; daily logbooks; sanitation ...

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As of Jun 17, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary retirement home cook in the United States is $16.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.18 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTemporary Retirement Home CookFull-Time Retirement Home Cook
CredentialsFood safety certification, culinary skillsFood safety certification, culinary skills
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Employer UsageStaffing agencies, seasonal needsRetirement homes, permanent staff
Search IntentTemporary cooking jobs, short-term positionsFull-time cooking roles, career opportunities

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Adult Home Cook

Adult Home Cook

Mercy Haven, Inc.

Bayport, NY

$18.50/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Join a Meaningful Profession with Mercy Haven!

Discover the difference between a job and a fulfilling career by becoming a vital part of Mercy Haven's mission. We are dedicated to providing homes and services to diverse populations in crisis, including those living with mental illness, homeless families, veterans, domestic violence victims and the elderly. Recognized as a Newsday Top Workplace on Long Island for three years, we invest in our employees' success and offer an excellent benefits package.

We are currently seeking a passionate individual for the position of an Adult Home Cook. In this crucial role, you will be based at the Pleasant Gardens Adult Home, a 26-bed facility which provides 24-hour supervision, personal care, meals, housekeeping, laundry service, transportation, daily recreational activities, and medication management.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES

The Adult Home Cook would be responsible for meal preparation, cooking, food ordering, and meal planning. Must possess the ability to follow all menus and fill in substitutions according to exchange list. Be familiar with and follow DOH regulations regarding food, kitchen area and cleanliness of house. Assist in scheduling and planning parties for special events. Must report any maintenance needs or hazardous conditions to Administrator or Maintenance team.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Cooking nutritious meals, menu planning, food ordering, and maintaining kitchen sanitation according to DOH guidelines
  • Follow all menus & fill in substitutions according to exchange list, follow diets, examples: gluten free, halaal, kosher style and ensure individual meals if necessary dependent on resident
  • Prepare meals to use in cooking; chopping/peeling/cutting meat
  • Cook utilizing various methods; utensils/grills/ovens
  • Be able to measure ingredients as recipe requires
  • Maintain accurate food inventories
  • Ensure all foods that are not utilized are stored properly
  • Maintain daily log to record what residents ate during mealtimes
  • Ensure food prepared according to menu, notating any occasional substitutions
  • Notify direct supervisor immediately if house or appliances need repair
  • Be familiar with and follow DOH regulations regarding food and general kitchen area
  • Meet with Administrator in setting up appropriate dietary menus for residents
  • Answer telephone in a courteous and professional manner & take appropriate messages
  • Additional responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor

REQUIREMENTS:

  • High School Diploma or Equivalency
  • Proven experience as a cook (at least one year experience)
  • Experience working with elderly preferred
  • Physical Requirements: Sits, stands, stoops, squats, walks, and moves intermittently during work hours, may push or pull 15-20 pounds daily, may push or pull up to 50 pounds occasionally
  • Training in First Aid and CPR required
  • Successful completion of annual Physical and PPD
  • Ability to follow both verbal and written directions

POSITION RELATIONSHIPS: Reports to Adult Home Administrator

SCHEDULE: Mondays-Fridays 10am-6pm

PAY: $18.50 per hour

LOCATION: Bayport

  • Full Benefits Package including Medical, Company-Paid Dental and Vision Single Coverage. Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) for medical plan.
  • Generous Paid Time Off policies, including vacation and sick time.
  • Agency paid Basic Life Insurance, Supplemental Employee, Spouse and Child Life Insurance policies, Long Term Disability (LTD), Short Term Disability (STD), 403(b) Retirement Savings
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Learn more at mercyhaven.org!

MERCY HAVEN IS COMMITTED TO A POLICY OF EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND WILL NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST AN APPLICANT OR EMPLOYEE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, GENETIC PREDISPOSITION, CREED, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, ANCESTRY, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, AGE, MARITAL STATUS, VETERAN STATUS, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIM STATUS, DISABILITY OR ANY OTHER PROTECTED CATEGORY UNDER APPLICABLE LAW.

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