Cook

Senior Lifestyle; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement benefits

DailyPay access

Paid time off

Job summary

A senior living services provider in Tampa, Florida, seeks individuals for a food service role, responsible for preparing meals with a focus on quality and safety. Ideal candidates will have experience in production cooking, effective communication skills, and will be able to solve practical problems independently. The company offers a comprehensive benefits plan, including health and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• Clear and effective communication in English is required.
• Candidates must obtain food handling and sanitation licenses.
• Entry level proficiency with Excel and Word is required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food using standard recipes and the daily planner.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure food meets safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Respond quickly to resident and guest needs.

Skills

Production cooking

Communication in English

Food handling

Problem-solving

Basic computer skills

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. In this role you will be responsible for providing high quality meals to the residents, guests and staff.

Job Description

• Prepare all food using the daily planner and SLC standard recipes.
• Work the food line during mealtimes.
• Ensure that all food meets safety guidelines and that all kitchen areas meet sanitation guidelines.
• Ensure resident and guest satisfaction by responding quickly to needs and requests.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward all residents, visitors and co-workers.

Qualifications

• Experience in production cooking and/or preparing therapeutic diets is preferred.
• You need to be able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
• You have and/or are willing to obtain the necessary food handling and sanitation licenses.
• You have basic computer skills. Entry level proficiency with Excel and Word is required.
• You possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• You have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• You can maintain a positive and friendly demeanor toward the residents and your co-workers.

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.