Cook

The Preserve at Palm-Aire; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free meal every shift

$17-$19 an hour based on experience

Paid Time Off for full-time and part-t

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Rep

Employee Assistance Program

Growth and advancement opportunities

Emergency financial assistance

Positive team culture

Job summary

The Arbor Company is seeking a Cook at The Preserve at Palm-Aire in Florida to join a team that values care and community. Prepare meals, follow recipes, and support residents with attentive service in a warm dining environment.

Enjoy great hours, paid time off, health coverage, and opportunities for growth as you help deliver comforting, high-quality dining experiences for residents.

Qualifications

• Previous cook or restaurant kitchen experience preferred.
• Culinary training or hospitality experience appreciated.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and portion control.
• Experience with large batch cooking preferred.
• Experience with special diets or long-term care dining is a plus.
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Prepare fresh, high-quality meals using established recipes and menu cycles.
• Accommodate special diets and dietary modifications with attention to detail.
• Assist with food deliveries, inventory rotation, and kitchen organization.
• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are maintained.
• Work closely with the Dining Director and kitchen team to ensure smooth meal service.
• Help create an enjoyable dining experience our residents look forward to every day.

Skills

Cook experience

Culinary training

Food safety knowledge

Large batch cooking

Hospitality mindset

Job description

Cook | Great Hours + Meaningful Work | The Preserve at Palm-Aire

Ready to love your job again?

At The Preserve at Palm-Aire, our cooks are more than kitchen staff. They help create comfort, connection, and moments our residents look forward to every day.

If you’re looking for a kitchen environment with supportive leadership, a steady schedule, and a team that truly appreciates your work, we’d love to meet you.

Join The Arbor Company and become part of a workplace where you are respected, valued, and supported. We are proud to be recognized as a Great Place To Work® and one of Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services.

Why Arbor?

Our team members feel the love every day because we provide:

• Free meal every shift

• $17-$19 an hour based on experience

• Paid Time Off for full-time and part-time team members

• Options to get paid on your own schedule

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Repayment Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

• Growth and advancement opportunities

• Access to emergency financial assistance

• A positive, respectful team culture

As a Cook at Arbor, Your Work Truly Matters

In this role, you will:

• Prepare fresh, high-quality meals using established recipes and menu cycles

• Accommodate special diets and dietary modifications with attention to detail

• Assist with food deliveries, inventory rotation, and kitchen organization

• Ensure food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards are maintained

• Work closely with the Dining Director and kitchen team to ensure smooth meal service

• Help create an enjoyable dining experience our residents look forward to every day

We’d Love to Meet You If You Have:

• Previous cook or restaurant kitchen experience preferred

• Culinary training or experience in hospitality, senior living, or food service

• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, portion control, and kitchen operations

• Experience with large batch cooking preferred

• Experience with special diets or long-term care dining is a plus

• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and team-oriented mindset

• Passion for hospitality and serving others

At Arbor, our residents and team members are at the center of everything we do, and we can’t wait to meet you.

Florida Applicants: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Level 2 AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. Learn more here: AHCA Clearinghouse Information

The Arbor Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.