Assistant Cook

Westminster Communities of Florida; Winter Park (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Fitness facility onsite

Employee Discounts

Employee Café

Vacation Pay

Parking

Career Advancement

Job summary

Westminster Winter Park is seeking an Assistant Cook to join the Dining Services Department in Winter Park, FL. This part-time role involves preparing and serving salads, sandwiches, and pantry items, with opportunities to assist hot food items under supervision.

You will support the cook, handle portions and presentation, and ensure cleanliness and safety in the kitchen. Prior food service experience and Serv Safe certification are valued, with potential training provided.

Qualifications

• English reading/writing/speaking required and ability to follow directions.
• Basic math skills needed for portions and servings.
• Basic knife handling skills expected.
• Ability to fill in for cook on a temporary basis when needed.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality salads, sandwiches, and pantry items per recipes.
• Assist with cold food preparation under supervision, including presentation and portioning.
• Distribute prepared food to service areas and restock as needed.
• Maintain sanitation and safety standards at the station and kitchen.
• Support cleaning and organization of kitchen and equipment.
• Experience with POS systems to handle transactions.

Skills

English proficiency

Basic math

Knife skills

Cook backup

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Florida Serv Safe certification

Tools

POS Systems

Job description

Nestled in the heart of beautiful Winter Park, Westminster Winter Park provides a rewarding workplace near charming shops, dining, parks, and cultural attractions, making it an ideal place to grow your career while making a difference in the lives of older adults. We hold Joint Commission accreditation, a nationally recognized standard that reflects our commitment to safe, high-quality care. We are proud to be recognized for excellence in senior care from U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Rehab 2026, U.S. News & World Report Best Nursing Homes for Long-Term Care 2026, Newsweek, America’s Best Continuing Care Retirement Communities 2026.

We are currently searching for an Assistant Cook to work in the Dining Services Department. In this role, the Assistant Cook prepares and serves quality food including salads, cold sandwiches and pantry items using quality ingredients for residents, guests and employees. May prepare hot food items under the instruction of a cook. This position reports to the Food and Beverage Director.

Schedule: Part Time position | Weekdays & Some weekends availability

Essential Job Functions

• Performs limited hot food preparation under the direct supervision of the cook in accordance standardized recipes.
• Performs cold food preparation under the guidance of the cook in accordance standardized recipes. Includes salads, sandwiches and deserts.
• Distributes prepared food to all areas of service accurately and consistent in preparation and presentation. Restocks items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleans and maintains station by practicing good safety, sanitation and organization skills.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of the kitchen and equipment.
• Experience with POS Systems
• Excellent Customer Service Skills

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Florida Serv Safe certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of date of hire.

Experience

• Full understanding of basic food preparation methods and cooking techniques in quantity food production.
• A minimum of 12 months experience in a full service culinary setting.

Required Skills

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language and understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Basic knife handling skills.
• Ability to fill in for cook as needed on a temporary basis

Join Westminster today! We offer:

• Competitive Wages
• Health Insurance & Dental Insurance
• Fitness Facility Onsite
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Café
• Vacation Pay
• Parking
• Career Advancement
• And More!

EOE, DFWP – “We Honor Those Who Have Served.”

IMPORTANT NOTE

In alignment with public health best practices WESTMINSTER COMMUNITIES OF FL strongly encourages annual influenza vaccination for all healthcare personnel. Employees may be required to either:

• Provide documentation of current seasonal influenza vaccination, or
• Submit a written declination and, if applicable, comply with alternative protective measures (e.g., wearing a surgical mask during flu season).

Medical and religious exemptions will be considered.

Westminster offers a supportive, mission-driven environment where team members are valued and actively supported in their professional growth and career development. We are committed to providing competitive pay and benefits. Benefits for part-time positions include paid time off, and more.

Visit Career Benefits/Westminster Communities of Florida for more information.

We Thrive: We believe our success starts with our people. Our culture is rooted in teamwork, communication, accountability, and quality, creating an environment where our 2,800 team members are supported, empowered, and encouraged to grow. We value collaboration, recognize contributions, and are committed to fostering a workplace where everyone can thrive and make a meaningful impact.

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Westminster Communities of Florida is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. We conduct drug testing and criminal background screening on all new hires. Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com