--- title: Cook/ Culinary Assistant at Cassia in Johnston, IA description: Cassia is hiring for the Cook/ Culinary Assistant role in Johnston, IA. Pays $17–$19 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/cook-culinary-assistant-at-cassia-01a10c7a-0d05-7e7f-bf43-93b38c22a539 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Cassia as Cook/ Culinary Assistant in Johnston, IA. Pays $17–$19 per hour. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/l3uxoy.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Cassia](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/cassia?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Johnston, IA | | **Salary** | $17/hr - $19/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Oct 05, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** No H-1B sponsorship on record for Cassia. - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Cassia. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $37,000 – $41,000 a year (median $40,000). ## Description Do you enjoy serving others? **Meadowview of Johnston** is hiring a **Cook/ Culinary Assistant** to join our team! We offer generous benefits and on-the-job training. This is a great opportunity to grow your career in a healthcare setting. As a **Cook** at **Meadowview of Johnston,** you can use your skills to create delicious and nutritious meals for our residents. As a **Culinary Assistants** at **Meadowview of Johnston**, you serve residents, employees, and family members’ meals. Our Culinary Department is a great group to work with and are valued by the staff and residents alike. **There are no late nights in our kitchen!** **Position Type:** Full-Time, benefits eligible position working a varying schedule including every other weekend **Shifts Available:** Days 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM (Including Every Other Weekend) **Wage Range:** $17 - $19 **Location:** 5555 Pioneer Parkway, Johnston, IA 50131 **Cook/ Culinary Assistant Responsibilities:** - Prepare and cook all meals to ensure adherence to recipes and quality standards. - Observe and report on low stock or high-demand choices. - Provide excellent customer service to residents, staff, and families. - Work within the department to provide quality and nutritious meals and service to residents. - Assist with food preparation and serving meals to residents. - Help maintain a clean and sanitary dietary department. - Wash dishes and clean the kitchen and dining rooms. - Assist residents, employees, and guests with a broad range of dietary needs. - Perform other duties as needed. **Cook/ Culinary Assistant Qualifications:** - 1+ years of commercial cooking/ food preparation experience required. - Strong communication skills to interact with residents and staff. - Excellent customer service skills. - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment. - Basic math skills. **Cassia Benefits:** - Competitive Pay with experience-based raises - Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific) - Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match - Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees - Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members - Employee Discount Program - Pet Insurance **About Us:** **Join our team and grow your career in a place that’s fresh, vibrant, and full of opportunity!** **Meadowview of Johnston**, a **brand-new senior care campus** in one of Des Moines' most welcoming suburbs, offers a modern work environment and a strong sense of community. Our **106-unit campus** includes independent living, assisted living, and memory care—creating a diverse and rewarding setting to serve residents with purpose and compassion. Located just minutes from **Merle Hay Mall**, **Terra Park**, and popular local spots like **Hy-Vee** and **Panera**, our campus blends convenience with comfort. At Meadowview, your dedication is recognized, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference every day. Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. **Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do.** We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference! #LI-DNI   Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer. ## Skills - Elderly Care - Cooking - Food Preparation - Quality Standards - Basic Math - Diversity And Inclusion - Amazon Bedrock - Communication - Customer Service ## Benefits - Financial Aid/Assistance - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Discounts/Reimbursements - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans - Pet Insurance ## Related - [More jobs at Cassia](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/cassia?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Hospitality & Food Service jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Food & Beverage jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service/food-and-beverage?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Cook jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/hospitality-and-food-service/food-and-beverage/cook?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385443 jobs - [Iowa](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 22952 jobs - [Cassia](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/cassia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 191 jobs - [Johnston, IA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa/johnston?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 100 jobs ## Related pages - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385443 jobs - [Iowa](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 22952 jobs - [Cassia](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/cassia?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 191 jobs - [Johnston, IA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/iowa/johnston?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 100 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)