Chef

Brookdale; Port Charlotte (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early wage access

ID theft protection

Pet insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Adoption benefit

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Legal plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Brookdale seeks a dining services professional to support a high-quality resident dining experience in a senior living community. You will assist the Dining Services Director with daily kitchen operations, sanitation, inventory, and staff training, ensuring safety and guest satisfaction.

Brookdale emphasizes growth, teamwork, and ongoing wellness programs, with comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• College degree in hospitality or equivalent experience preferred.
• Experience in various phases of food service operations.
• Current ServSafe Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Dining Services Director in maintaining high resident satisfaction and cost controls.
• Manage day-to-day kitchen operations and sanitation standards.
• Monitor and enforce safe food handling practices.
• Participate in conducting food inventory.
• Support staff training and development.

Skills

ServSafe Certification

Food service management

Sanitation standards

Inventory management

Employee training

Education

College degree in hospitality

Job description

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity

No Late Nights! Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part And Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Dining Services Director in maintaining high resident satisfaction, cost controls, sanitation standards, employee training, and providing quality food and service to the residents.
• Responsible for the day to day kitchen operations.
• Monitors and enforces safe food handling practices.
• Participates in conducting food inventory.
• College degree in the hospitality field or equivalent experience is preferred. Experience in various phases of food service operations.
• Current ServSafe Certification required.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

About Us

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.
• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.
• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.
• Industry leader in clinical care.
• Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.
• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.