Cook & Dining Services Aide

On-Call Cook & Dietary Aide – Senior Living
Pay: $19.10/hour
Job Type: Casual / on call
Location: Grand Meadow Senior Living, Grand Meadow, MN (in person)

Shifts Available

• Casual / on call: Shifts vary as needed. Weekend coverage is in high demand, and weekend availability is a priority.

About the Role

Grand Meadow Senior Living is hiring an on-call Cook and Dining Services Aide (Dietary Aide) to cover shifts as needed, especially on weekends. You’ll cook and serve nutritious, enjoyable meals for residents in a warm, welcoming community. This role suits people who want extra hours on a flexible basis, such as students, retirees, or anyone with another job. Most applicants hear back within 48 hours.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Competitive pay: $19.10/hour
• Flexible on-call schedule: Pick up shifts when they work for you
• Weekend priority: Candidates with weekend availability get first consideration
• Meaningful work: Make meals that brighten residents’ days
• Quick hiring: Apply today, and most candidates hear back within 48 hours

What You’ll Do

• Cook and serve meals following food safety and sanitation standards
• Follow menus and residents’ dietary needs, including special and texture-modified diets
• Keep kitchen equipment, work areas, and storage spaces clean
• Receive deliveries and store food and supplies properly
• Make sure meals are prepared and served on time
• Interact with residents, guests, and team members in a friendly, professional way

What You’ll Need

• Previous kitchen or food service experience (required)
• Basic knowledge of cooking methods and food safety
• Availability to cover shifts on call, especially weekends
• Must be at least 18 years old

Benefits (for eligible employees)

• Health insurance, plus HSA and FSA options
• Dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) plan

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.