Cook

Sun Communities; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and Prescription coverage

Vision Plan

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) Plan with Sun matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sun Outdoors is seeking a kitchen cook in Sarasota, FL to prepare items for restaurant customers using diverse equipment, maintain clean cooking areas, and assist with daily menu planning. The role includes shift openings, stock management, and collaboration with management on specials.

The position offers competitive pay at $20 per hour plus tips, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for growth within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 6 months of restaurant cook experience is required.
• Basic computer proficiency (email/internet)
• Knowledge of food preparation and presentation
• Professional appearance
• Food handling certification
• Valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

• Prepares food ordered by restaurant customers using a variety of kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, fryers, etc.).
• Performs shift opening and closing duties as assigned by the Restaurant Manager.
• Maintains cooking areas and ensures kitchen equipment and food storage areas are clean and sanitary.
• Restocks products as needed throughout shift.
• Collaborates with Restaurant Manager to determine daily specials and new menu items.
• Regularly checks menu cycle to ensure all items are available and notifies shortages.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Food handling certification

Basic computer proficiency

Demonstrated knowledge of food prep

Professional appearance

6 months restaurant cook exp

Must have valid driver’s license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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Cooks prepare all food items. They are also responsible for cleaning, sanitizing and maintaining the kitchen and surrounding areas.

Job Duties

• Prepares food ordered by restaurant customers using a variety of kitchen equipment (grills, ovens, fryers, meat slicers, food processors, etc.) (Essential)
• Performs shift opening and closing duties as assigned by the Restaurant Manager such as starting equipment and cleaning of refrigeration units, grill and surrounding area, as well as other kitchen equipment (Essential)
• Maintains cooking areas and ensures kitchen equipment and food storage areas are clean, sanitary, and organized as required by the Health Department Rules and Regulations. Reports any kitchen equipment or maintenance issues to the Restaurant Manager (Essential)
• Restocks products as needed throughout shift
• Collaborates with Restaurant Manager to determine daily specials, new menu items, and innovative ways to cook and prepare food
• Regularly checks menu cycle to ensure all food items are available in advance, notifying the Restaurant Manager of any shortages
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• 6 months in Previous restaurant cook experience (Required)
• Basic computer proficiency, including the ability to use email and the internet
• Demonstrated knowledge of food preparation and presentation
• Professional appearance
• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Food Handling Certification)
• Required Certifications/Licensures:(Must have valid driver's license.)

REWARDING BENEFITS

At Sun Outdoors, you will be part of an industry-leading organization where you will be challenged, inspired, rewarded and transformed. We place a high priority on our team members, and this is a big part of what sets us apart. We will ask you to give us your very best every day, and will challenge you with interesting work, stretch assignments, a collaborative and supportive work environment and plenty of learning and growth. In exchange, we will reward you with great pay, advancement opportunities, paid time off, great benefits, and flexibility.

• Comprehensive Medical and Prescription coverage with multipleplan designs so you can choose the plan that best meets the needs of you and your family
• Vision Plan
• Voluntary Health and Dependent Care Reimbursement Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) Plan with Sun matching contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement program providing financial support to team members who further their formal education
• Vacation RV Site Discounts for team members when visiting Sun Outdoors locations across the nation
• Team Member Perks & Discounts program with hundreds of discounts on things like travel, merchandise, mobile phone service, and more
• Paid Time Off including ten holidays, vacation, personal, sick time, bereavement and pay for jury duty

$20 per hour plus tips

Job Reference: 137565

ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCE

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an online application, please contact us at (844) SUN-4343. Alternatively, an email may be sent to [e-mail]. "Applicant Accommodation" should be included in the subject line of the email.

ACCESSIBILITY ASSISTANCE

If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance completing an online application, please contact us at (844) SUN-4343. Alternatively, an email may be sent to [e-mail]. "Applicant Accommodation" should be included in the subject line of the email.

Please note that this phone number and email address are only for those individuals who would like to request an accommodation to apply for a job.

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Nearest Major Market: Sarasota
Nearest Secondary Market: Tampa
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