Cook

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

HSA, FSA, LSA

Accident & Hospital Indemnity

Legal & Identity Theft Protection

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities in Florida is seeking a Cook to deliver lunch and dinner in a scratch-based kitchen, preparing entrées and sides with care to ensure plate quality and appealing presentation. You will build positive relationships with residents, guests, and teammates to foster a warm dining atmosphere.

The role requires food handling readiness and a willingness to work a Thursday–Monday schedule, with potential AM shift coverage. Benefits are provided for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Schedule Thursday-Monday before lunch through dinner and willing to work AM shift as needed.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
• Ability to secure food handler permits as required within two weeks of start.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking proteins and vegetables using broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings and staying attentive during service hours.
• Complete all opening and closing tasks for each shift and help teammates to keep a clean, safe kitchen.
• Keep stations stocked and organized, refresh pantry items, and monitor refrigeration.
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen by cleaning areas and recording temperatures.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

English literacy

Team work

Food handler permit

Job description

As our Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional lunch and dinner experiences in our scratch‑based kitchen. You’ll safely and efficiently prepare a variety of entrées and sides, ensuring each plate is high‑quality, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as important, you’ll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming dining environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work a consistent schedule of Thursday-Monday before lunch through dinner and willing to work the AM shift as needed.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.
• Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
• Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end‑of‑day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
• Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish‑machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Access your pay anytime
• $341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
  • Health, Dental, Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short- & Long-Term Disability
  • HSA, FSA, LSA
  • Accident & Hospital Indemnity
  • Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with employer match

Why RLC?

• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Cook with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.