Cook

MERIDIAN SENIOR LIVING•Pompano Beach, FL

71d•$18 - $20

About The Position

The Cook works closely with the Dining Services Manager and is responsible for the community’s food ordering, preparation, and delivery, as well as kitchen sanitation. The role involves preparing food in a nutritional and appetizing manner, maintaining supplies and equipment, and providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers. The position is at The Preserve at Palm Aire in Pompano Beach, Florida, and is listed as full-time or part-time, with any shift and an hourly salary range of $18.00–$20.00.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Successfully complete training as required by state regulations.
Obtain a Food Handlers Permit if required by state regulations.
Have compassion for and a desire to work with the elderly.
Demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member and independently.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors, and the general public.
Meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Nice To Haves

Six months of prior experience in a food service department.
Supervisory experience.
Previous experience working with the elderly.

Responsibilities

Order, prepare, and deliver food for the community.
Prepare food in a nutritional and appetizing manner.
Maintain kitchen sanitation, supplies, and equipment.
Provide excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Work closely with the Dining Services Manager.

Benefits

Medical insurance with multiple plan options.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
No-cost telemedicine through 1800MD for employees and their family members, with no enrollment required.
Flexible Spending Account.
Company-paid life insurance.
Company-paid long-term disability.
Voluntary short-term disability, accident coverage, critical illness coverage, and other voluntary benefits.
Pet insurance.
Tuition reimbursement.
401(k).
Employee Assistance Program.
Referral bonus.
Employee discounts.