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Cook - Part-Time

Accura Healthcare
Newton, IA Part Time
POSTED ON 7/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/21/2026

Traditions Memory Care of Newton is seeking a Cook to join our dining services team. Utilizing culinary and customer service skills, Cooks prepare nutritious meals while forming meaningful relationships that positively impact residents’ lives. If you're ready to bring your skills to the table in a rewarding environment, we welcome you to apply!

JOB HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Part-Time
  • AM Shift (5:30am - 1:30pm)
  • PM Shift (1:30pm - 8pm)
  • Start pay $15.00/hr, increases depending on experience
  • Every other weekend rotation


ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY:

Traditions Memory Care of Newton, formerly Accura HealthCare of Newton West, is a newly renovated, 46-bed secure memory care skilled nursing community in Newton, IA. We know how important community is and that's why we keep traditions at the forefront. As an Accura HealthCare Community, we embrace a unique, upside-down philosophy that places the residents, patients, and direct care employees at the very top of the organizational chart. That includes you! Our community is proud to be agency-free since July 2022.


ABOUT ACCURA HEALTHCARE:

Accura HealthCare is a Midwest-based healthcare company that manages and operates over 50 skilled nursing care, assisted living, independent living, and memory care communities throughout Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska. From its beginning in 2016 with 9 care communities, Accura HealthCare has held true to its mission and vision while serving others. Built on the pillars of trust, integrity, accountability, commitment, and kindness, Accura HealthCare is a leader in the Midwest in providing high-quality care. Our employees play a key role in supporting our purpose, “to care for others,” while advancing our mission “to be partners in care, family for life.”


OUR BRANDS: Accura HealthCare | Stonebridge Suites | Traditions Memory Care


OUR VALUES: Trust. Integrity. Accountability. Commitment. Kindness.

Accura HealthCare is where personal life and work life blend together to bring value and purpose to one’s existence.

JOB SUMMARY:

Cooks ensure that resident meals are prepared per residents’ care plans, focusing on quality, appearance, cleanliness, and sanitation.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Prior experience serving within the restaurant industry and/or in a customer service role. Experience as a Cook within a healthcare setting is highly desired.
  • Ability to read and understand directions.
  • Able to interact professionally, positively, and cooperatively with residents, residents’ families, and employees.
  • Must be capable of performing the Essential Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

BENEFITS:

  • Vacation time, Sick time & Paid Holidays*
  • Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits*
  • Flexible Spending Account*
  • Employer Paid Life & AD&D*
  • Supplemental Benefits*
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Education Assistance available through education partners

*These benefits are available to full-time employees. 401k is available to FT and PT employees. Minnesota and Nebraska employees are eligible for Sick time regardless of status.

Accura HealthCare, an Equal Opportunity Employer and leading post-acute healthcare provider based in Iowa, has communities in Iowa, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Nebraska, and growing!



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