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Culinary Career Opportunity at Waterford at Park FallsA Different Kind of Culinary Career! Cook for people, not tickets. Create memorable experiences. Help us redefine senior living dining—and still have a life outside the kitchen! Bring your culinary passion to Waterford at Park Falls, a Sonida Senior Living community in Park Falls, WI where great food, hospitality and relationships come together. If you're ready for a different kind of culinary career—one where you can create memorable dining experiences, build meaningful relationships and still have a life outside the kitchen—we'd love to meet you.What You'll Love About Working HereCompetitive payPTO available starting on Day OnePaid trainingMedical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance*401(k) retirement savings plan with discretionary company matchEmployee Assistance ProgramDependent Care and Flexible Spending AccountsEducational and learning opportunitiesPaid Team Member and Resident referral programsEnjoy no late-night restaurant hours — kitchen service typically wraps up by 7p.m.Help create a more restaurant-style, hospitality-driven dining experience for our residentsBring your creativity to menus, special events and themed dining experiencesBuild relationships with the people you serve and learn their individual preferences.Enjoy a more predictable schedule and better work-life balance than traditional restaurant kitchens.Work in an environment where great food and great hospitality truly matter.What You'll Do As a Cook, you'll help create delicious and enjoyable dining experiences while ensuring meals are prepared safely and meet the dietary needs of our residents. Your responsibilities may include:Preparing and cooking meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirementsEnsuring meals are prepared and served in a timely mannerMaintaining high standards of food quality, presentation, and tasteFollowing proper food handling, sanitation, and safety proceduresAssisting with meal planning, food preparation, and special dietary needs as assignedMaintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen and work environmentMonitoring food supplies and communicating inventory or equipment needsWorking collaboratively with the Dining Services team to provide an exceptional experience for residentsFollowing all company policies, food safety standards, and applicable local and state regulationsWhat we're looking for The ideal candidate is someone who:Has a passion for cooking and preparing quality mealsEnjoys working with seniors and making a difference in their dayTakes pride in their work and pays attention to quality and detailUnderstands the importance of food safety and sanitationIs dependable, organized, and able to work effectively in a fast-paced environmentWorks well independently and as part of a teamHas previous cooking or food service experience (preferred)Why Waterford at Park Falls At The Waterford, the meals you prepare are more than just food—they are an important part of our residents' day. Your skills, creativity, and care can help create moments of comfort, connection, and joy. If you're ready to bring your passion for cooking to a career with purpose, join our supportive team and make a difference one meal at a time. We'd love to meet you—apply today! *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. Weekends and holidays are part of the role, as expected in a hospitality position, but you won't be living at work.QualificationsLicenses & CertificationsPreferredServSafe CertificationEqual Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. Sonida Senior Living