Line Cook

Erickson Senior Living • Lakewood Ranch, FL

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Emerson Lakes by Erickson Senior Living is hiring a Line Cook to contribute to its Signature Dining Programs and help open the community’s on-site dining venues in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. The role involves à la minute cooking and preparing chef-inspired dishes for residents of a continuing care retirement community serving Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, and Memory Care. The position supports a high-quality dining and living experience for residents.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of cook-to-order experience.
• Must be able to work some weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, including hot kitchens and cold refrigerators and freezers.
• New hires must successfully complete and pass the Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening, including fingerprint submission, before employment starts.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and menu items consistently, following proper safety and cooking techniques.
• Ensure meals are accurately portioned and plated, and meet temperature and presentation standards.
• Use culinary skills to prepare high-quality dishes that enhance resident satisfaction.
• Keep the kitchen and workstation clean and sanitized at all times.

Benefits

• Starting compensation of $20.50 per hour, commensurate with experience.
• PTO and volunteer hours.
• Competitive medical, dental, and vision benefits for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law.
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus discounted healthy-choice meal options.
• 401(k) for team members aged 18 and over, with a 3% company match.
• Most restaurant team members finish work before 9 p.m.
• Growth opportunities as the company opens new communities and expands existing ones.
• Flexibility and work-life balance, with opportunities to learn and grow.

What This Job Offers

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