Assistant Cook

Westminster Communities of Florida•Winter Park, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Westminster Winter Park, part of Westminster Communities of Florida, is hiring a full-time Assistant Cook for its lakeside active living community in Winter Park. Westminster Communities of Florida is a not-for-profit organization serving older adults. The Assistant Cook prepares and serves quality food—including salads, cold sandwiches, and pantry items—for residents, guests, and employees. The role may also involve preparing hot food under a cook’s instruction. The position requires following standardized recipes, maintaining food presentation and service, and keeping the kitchen and equipment clean, safe, and organized. The Assistant Cook may temporarily fill in for the cook as needed. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, Florida ServSafe certification or the ability to obtain it within 90 days of hire, and at least 12 months of experience in a full-service culinary setting. Basic food preparation and quantity-production cooking knowledge, POS system experience, customer service skills, and the ability to follow instructions and perform basic math are also required. Westminster encourages annual influenza vaccination for healthcare personnel. Employees may be required to provide proof of current seasonal vaccination or submit a written declination and comply with applicable alternative protective measures. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered. New hires are subject to drug testing and criminal background screening.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Florida ServSafe certification, or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.
At least 12 months of experience in a full-service culinary setting.
Full understanding of basic food preparation methods and cooking techniques in quantity food production.
Experience with POS systems.
Excellent customer service skills.
Ability to read, write, and speak English and understand and follow written and oral directions.
Ability to perform basic math skills.
Basic knife-handling skills.

Responsibilities

Prepare limited hot food under the cook’s direct supervision and according to standardized recipes.
Prepare cold food, including salads, sandwiches, and desserts, under the cook’s guidance and according to standardized recipes.
Distribute prepared food accurately to all service areas while maintaining consistent preparation and presentation.
Restock items as needed throughout the shift.
Clean and maintain the station using safe, sanitary, and organized work practices.
Assist with cleaning, sanitation, and organization of the kitchen and equipment.
Temporarily fill in for the cook as needed.
Comply with applicable employment rules, policies, standards, and guidelines.