Cook

Join Wesley Life and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

Wesley Life is revolutionizing the experience of aging by challenging the stigma that aging means decline and promoting the idea that life transitions are opportunities for growth and purpose. Come be a part of the revolution!

As a Cook, you’ll play a key role in supporting the health, happiness, and daily experience of the residents at The Village.

• Create Delicious Meals:
  Prepare a variety of hot and cold dishes daily using chef‑approved recipes that highlight your culinary skills.
• Work Alongside Culinary Leaders:
  Collaborate with Chefs and Food & Beverage Directors while gaining hands‑on experience in a professional kitchen.
• Support Specialized Diets:
  Help craft meals that meet modified diet plans, making a real difference in guests' health and satisfaction.
• Maintain High Standards:
  Monitor food quality, manage portions, and act quickly to ensure every plate meets our service excellence.
• Practice Smart & Clean Cooking:
  Follow proper sanitation and waste control practices, contributing to a safe, efficient, and sustainable kitchen.

• Full‑time, flexible to work weekends, evenings, and special events

• Culinary education preferred
• Minimum one year cooking experience
• Experience with quantity cooking and modified diet preferred

Indianola, IA

• The pay range for this position is $16.92 – $25.72/hour. The starting pay rate will be based on years of experience.
• Daily Pay Access:
  Get paid when you need it — instantly access your earnings before payday.

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
• Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage

• Scholarship Assistance:
  Up to $3,000/year
• Tuition Reimbursement:
  Up to $1,500/year
• Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways

• Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn rewards
• Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
• A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support
• Work‑Life Balance
• Benefits available after 30 days

The Village is a Wesley Life Community.

At Wesley Life, you’re not just starting a job — you’re joining a purpose‑driven community where your well‑being, growth, and impact truly matter. With excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day. Wesley Life is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect!

We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

We’re excited to meet people who share our passion for service, wellness, and community. Apply today and help us continue to revolutionize the aging experience — the Wesley Life Way.

Wesley Life believes in welcoming all people to our team and is an equal opportunity employer. Because of our commitment to your health and well‑being, you will be required to successfully complete a pre‑hire health assessment, drug screen, and tobacco screen prior to beginning employment.

Entry level

Full‑time

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