Cook

American House Senior Living Communities • Bonita Springs, FL

17h

About The Position

Cooks provide daily culinary experiences for residents and guests. This is a hands-on, full-service role involved in the daily operation of the kitchen and dining room. Cooks prepare meals for residents and staff, catering to residents’ preferences while serving balanced and nutritious food. Management and team members provide training in the skills needed for the role. The employer welcomes applicants from all industries, including displaced restaurant workers and people passionate about customer service. Flexible schedules and work hours are offered.

Requirements

• Basic culinary skills and willingness to cook from scratch and prepare a variety of menu items.
• Interpersonal skills, passion, empathy, and compassion for serving others.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Must pass a background check and TB test.
• Must obtain and maintain ServeSafe certification.
• No educational requirements.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of experience in dietary or food services.
• Experience in banquet or catering operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide residents with restaurant-quality meals and beverages.
• Help create varied, creative, and nutritious menus that consider resident requests; prepare daily specials and fill special orders.
• Follow the schedule and posted work and cleaning assignments for the front and back of the house.
• Maintain proper hygiene in food handling and preparation, as well as sanitation in the food service area and among personnel, in accordance with state health department regulations.
• Set up food and supplies for special events in different areas of the community, coordinating with the Executive Director and Lifestyle Director.
• Wear the proper uniform each day.
• Know and follow the employee handbook.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Culinary Director or Corporate Culinary Support Team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed