Senior Living

Foundry Commercial•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Allegro Living serves as the parent company of Allegro Management Company and Spring Arbor Management Company, uniting decades of senior living expertise under one trusted name. Formed through the 2025 merger of two well-established brands, Allegro Living is building a premier senior living platform defined by inspired lifestyles, compassionate care, and meaningful regional reach. The only thing we're missing is YOU! Cook / Line Cook / Senior Living Culinary Team Full-Time | AM Shift (1st Shift) Allegro Fort Lauderdale 1290 N Federal Hwy Fort Lauderdale, FL 33304 💵 Pay Range: $18.00 – $20.00 per hour Allegro Fort Lauderdale is hiring a Full-Time Cook to join our Dining Services team in our luxury senior living community. This opportunity is ideal for candidates searching for cook jobs in Fort Lauderdale FL, line cook jobs near Wilton Manors FL, chef jobs in Oakland Park FL, prep cook jobs near Lauderdale-by-the-Sea FL, culinary jobs in Plantation FL, restaurant cook jobs in Hollywood FL, and senior living kitchen careers in Broward County, as well as hotel cook jobs, assisted living culinary jobs, breakfast cook positions, and food service careers. If you take pride in preparing quality meals, enjoy working in a professional kitchen, and want a role where your cooking is truly appreciated, we would love to connect with you. This role is ideal for candidates with experience in assisted living, hotels, restaurants, resorts, country clubs, or healthcare dining environments. 📩 Ready to bring your culinary skills to a kitchen where your work truly matters? Apply today for the Full-Time Cook position at Allegro Fort Lauderdale. The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for residents and guests of the Community ensuring that the food presentation enhances the dining experience of the residents and guests.

Requirements

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible/adaptable, pay attention to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
Must possess good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Must possess current manager’s level food handler permit.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.
Minimum 2 years cooking experience required in ALF setting or hotel industry
ServSafe certification required
Dependable, professional, and team-oriented
Strong food safety knowledge
Passion for quality food and hospitality
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Nice To Haves

Minimum one (1) year related cooking experience or equivalent preferred.
Some software and computer skills preferred.

Responsibilities

Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented making each meal service an exceptional occasion.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director (DSD) and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes. Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, the budgeted costs and Company policies.
Supervise and/or assist in the proper washing of all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils. Properly maintain all kitchen equipment. Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Other job duties as assigned – see full job description.