Cook

TJM PROPERTY MANAGEMENT INC; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Stable employment

Supportive team

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Lake Morton Senior Living in Lakeland, FL is hiring a Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents in a professional senior living environment. The role emphasizes proper food handling, sanitation, and collaboration with the dining services team to ensure resident satisfaction.

Full-time position with scheduling on weekends and holidays. The facility offers health, dental and vision insurance, Paid Time Off, EAP and growth opportunities within a supportive team setting.

Qualifications

• Food safety and sanitation knowledge
• ServSafe certification preferred
• Customer service skills to assist residents and families

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to approved menus and recipes.
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures.
• Assist with food preparation for special events and resident functions.
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization.
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control.
• Follow all safety and infection control standards.
• Work closely with dining services team members to ensure resident satisfaction

Skills

Food safety

ServSafe certification

Customer service

Job description

Job Details

Location: Lake Morton LLC - LAKELAND, FL 33801

Salary Range: $18.00 - $20.00 Hourly

We are seeking a dependable and passionate Cook to join our culinary team. This position plays a vital role in creating an exceptional dining experience for residents by preparing nutritious, high-quality meals in a professional senior living environment.

Why Join Lake Morton Senior Living?

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program
• Stable year-round employment
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for growth and advancement

What You'll Be Doing

• Prepare and serve meals according to approved menus and recipes
• Ensure proper food handling, storage, and sanitation procedures
• Assist with food preparation for special events and resident functions
• Maintain kitchen cleanliness and organization
• Monitor food quality, presentation, and portion control
• Follow all safety and infection control standards
• Work closely with dining services team members to ensure resident satisfaction

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Weekends and holidays as scheduled
• Flexible scheduling based on community needs

About Lake Morton Senior Living

Lake Morton Senior Living is dedicated to providing exceptional hospitality, quality service, and meaningful experiences for seniors. Team members play an important role in creating a welcoming environment where residents feel valued, respected, and at home.

Qualifications

Preferred Experience: Restaurant, healthcare, assisted living, skilled nursing, hospitality, institutional cooking, food preparation, food safety, ServSafe certification.

Requirements

Cooking experience preferred, strong customer service skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment, ability to lift up to 50 pounds, dependable attendance.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to pass a Level 2 Background Check.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.