Cook

Legend Senior Living®; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Scholarship program

Annual raises

Job summary

Legend Senior Living® is seeking a Cook to join its culinary team in a role focused on nourishing meals for residents using fresh ingredients. You will contribute to the Gold Leaf Dining experience by preparing meals from scratch and supporting overall dining services.

You will ensure dietary needs are met, collaborate with the team, and help deliver high-quality meals in a senior living environment focused on comfort and well-being.

Qualifications

• Experience in preparing meals in a kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow dietary guidelines and special requests.
• Strong teamwork with culinary and resident care staff.

Responsibilities

• Providing hands-on assistance with residents' dietary needs and fulfilling special meal requests.
• Preparing meals from the menu plan and assisting with meal service.

Skills

Food preparation

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Job description

No late nights! Our friendly residents like to eat early. Here you can truly have a satisfying work/life balance! A certified Great Place To Work (voted by associates) 7 years in a row!

Benefits--Cook

• Medical, Dental, Vision offerings (for benefit eligible associates)
• Company Paid Life Insurance coverage in the amount of $30,000
• Voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, legal/Identify Theft, and Disability insurance (for benefit eligible associates)
• 401(k) program including discretionary company match
• Competitive Paid Time Off (for full-time associates)
• Holiday pay
• Discretionary Scholarship program
• Annual performance evaluations/raises

JOB HIGHLIGHTS--Cook

We are looking for outstanding individuals to join the culinary team as a Cook. You will make a difference in the lives of residents by using fresh ingredients to create nourishing meals from scratch. The culinary team enhances Legend's Gold Leaf Dining experience, which sets a high standard for atmosphere and food quality.

Responsibilities--Cook

• Providing hand-on assistance with the dietary needs of the residents and fulfilling special meal requests when needed
• Preparing meals from the menu plan and assisting with the service of the meals