Cook-- NO LATE NIGHTS

Allegro Senior Living • St. Augustine, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Allegro of St. Augustine is hiring a Part-Time Cook to join our dining team in a welcoming assisted living community. This opportunity is ideal for candidates looking for a stable kitchen role with purpose. Passionate Cook – Bring Flavor & Joy to Our Residents! Do you LOVE to cook and take pride in creating meals that bring people together? At Allegro of St. Augustine, our kitchen is the heart of our community. As a Cook, you’ll go beyond recipes — you’ll create fresh, nutritious, and beautifully presented meals that enhance the daily lives of our residents. If you have experience as a line cook, prep cook, kitchen cook, or restaurant cook, this is a great opportunity to bring your skills into a rewarding senior living environment.

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.

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.

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Medical, Vision & Dental coverage (Medical for FT only)
• Supplemental insurance (short-term, long-term disability & life insurance)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• A positive workplace where teamwork and kindness matter

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED