Cook

The Waterford; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Daily pay

Paid holidays

PTO

Growth opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lifespace Communities' The Waterford in Juno Beach, FL is seeking a friendly prep cook to join our dining team. You’ll prepare all menu items, plate and garnish, and coordinate food production with service times.

We offer flexible schedules, daily pay, paid holidays, PTO, and growth opportunities. A high school diploma and at least one year of prep cook experience are required, plus state food handling certification where applicable. Join a team that values residents’ wellbeing and teamwork.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.
• State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.
• Prepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.
• Coordinate food production with meal service hours to maintain quality and appearance.
• Monitor food temperatures and use proper storage techniques to ensure food safety.
• Maintain a clean and sanitary work area as assigned.

Skills

Prep cooking

Food safety knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Community: The Waterford Address: 601 Universe Blvd Juno Beach, Florida 33408 Pay Range $16.95-$23.31+ Hourly $500 Sign On Bonus! Payout would be $250 after 3 months, and the additional $250 after 6 months of employment. Shift Available: On-Call and As Needed

Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. What’s in it for you?

• Flexible schedules offered
• No late nights and rotating weekends
• Instant Pay – get paid daily!
• Generous PTO program and paid holidays
• Employee referral bonus program
• Tuition reimbursement, scholarships
• Growth opportunities
• And so much more!

A few details about the role:

• Prepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.
• Prepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.
• Prepare food production to coordinate with meal service hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
• Ensure food safety by monitoring food temperatures and use proper food storage techniques in accordance with state and local standards.
• Maintain work area in a safe and sanitary condition may include cleaning cooking equipment, and other areas of the kitchen as assigned.

And here’s what you need to apply:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.
• State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.

As part of the hiring process and in accordance with Florida law, healthcare candidates who accept a job offer are required to complete a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. This step is quick, secure, and helps us finalize your employment as smoothly as possible.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,500 team members and serves over 5,100 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As part of the hiring process and in accordance with Florida law, healthcare candidates who accept a job offer are required to complete a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. This step is quick, secure, and helps us finalize your employment as smoothly as possible.

Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

To learn more about how our communities serve our residents, please visit lifespacecommunities.com