Cook

Wallick Communities is a reputable organization dedicated to providing affordable multi-family housing and assisted-living communities throughout the Midwest. With over 55 years of experience, Wallick Communities focuses on serving low-income families, single parents, and senior citizens, offering them a place they can proudly call home. The organization currently manages nine communities and continues to expand its reach while employing around 500 associates. Wallick maintains an impressive 92% associate engagement score, reflecting its commitment to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment. The company’s mission is "Opening doors to homes, opportunity, and hope," and its core values - Care, Character, and Collaboration - guide all associates in delivering exceptional service and meaningful impact daily.

The role of Cook at Oakleaf Village, a part of Wallick Communities, is integral to providing residents with an enjoyable and nourishing dining experience. This full-time position offers a competitive pay range of $14 to $17 per hour and requires flexibility in scheduling, including the willingness to work holidays and weekends when needed. As a Cook, you will prepare, season, and cook food according to tested recipes designed to meet the nutritional and taste preferences of residents, visitors, and employees. You will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of large kitchen equipment, planning cooking schedules to ensure timely meal service, and upholding product quality through routine temperature checks and taste tests. The role also involves setting up food in steam tables, ensuring portion control, and managing leftover perishables to reduce waste.

This position offers numerous benefits such as pay on-demand, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision insurance within two weeks, free meals, company-provided uniforms, a gym membership or fitness equipment reimbursement, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, voluntary life and various insurance coverages, paid time off and holiday pay, a 401(k) plan with employer matching after 90 days, tuition reimbursement, and employee referral bonuses. Candidates are encouraged to bring their customer service skills, flexibility, compassion, and reliability to this role. Previous experience in assisted living or memory care environments is beneficial but not mandatory.

Working at Wallick Communities means contributing to a culture that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The company embraces these principles as foundational to its operations and workforce development. Successful candidates must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical exam conducted by a Nurse Practitioner, and background check. This opportunity is ideal for individuals committed to making a positive difference in people’s lives while growing their careers in a supportive and mission-driven environment.