Cook

St. Mark Village; Dunedin (FL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an award-winning retirement community as a Cook, where you will prepare delicious meals and contribute to a culture of compassion. In this full-time role, you will collaborate with a culinary team to create daily menus and special event dishes, ensuring food safety and quality. With a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive environment, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of residents. If you have a passion for cooking and a desire to work in a fulfilling environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical

Dental

Vision

HSA

Short and Long-term Disability

Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Chef/cook certification or equivalent experience required.
• Experience in senior living or healthcare kitchen preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals and special event menus.
• Ensure food safety and sanitation protocols are followed.
• Supervise and mentor culinary associates.

Skills

Quantity Cooking Experience

Food Safety and Sanitation

Menu Planning

Supervision and Mentoring

Effective Communication

Education

Chef/Cook Certification

3+ Years of Cooking Experience

Job description

Start your path to a fulfilling career – join St. Mark Village and become a member of our award-winning community!

Apply today and receive a response within 48 hours!

Why choose St. Mark Village?

• Unique retirement community offering an environment with challenges and rewards
• Culture of compassion – help us make a positive impact on every life we touch
• Enjoy a comprehensive, quality benefits package
• Wage Range is $15.50 - $18.50/hr | Credit given for experience

How you will make an impact:

As a Cook at St. Mark Village, you are responsible for preparing daily meals and special event menus in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate with the culinary team in food production, menu planning, and the preparation of baked goods, sauces, soups, and other meals from scratch. You will ensure food safety and sanitation protocols are followed, including maintaining a clean kitchen environment. The cook will also oversee the proper presentation of meals, supervise and mentor culinary associates, and ensure accurate, consistent, and timely food production.

Schedule: This is a full-time position with daytime hours.

What you will need:

• Chef/cook certification or a minimum of 3 years of quantity cooking experience in lieu of a degree or certification.
• Senior living or healthcare kitchen experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating, and maintenance instructions.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of residents or team members.
• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.

Benefits for Qualified Employees:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• HSA
• Short and Long-term Disability
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

To apply for this position, please complete the required questionnaire and upload your resume. We accept applications on a rolling basis. If your qualifications match our needs, a recruiter will contact you to discuss next steps. Applicants must be able to produce a negative drug test.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, or other protected statuses.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities. Job descriptions may change over time as the organization evolves, and duties may be reassigned accordingly.