Cook

Renaissance Senior Living of Vero Beach; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits

Company-paid Life Insurance and Vol. D

Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 2%

Job summary

Renaissance Senior Living of Vero Beach is seeking a Community Cook to assist in preparing meals for residents under the supervision of the Food & Beverage Director. The role emphasizes safe food handling, adherence to dietary guidelines, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization in a busy kitchen.

The candidate will work to ensure meals meet resident needs, support inventory management, and guide other staff where needed while maintaining composure under pressure.

Qualifications

• Serv Safe Certification required.
• Knowledge of health and safety rules in food preparation.
• Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures per state guidelines.
• Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings.
• Experience with seniors and their dietary needs.
• Ability to read, write and speak English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items on daily menu for Residents within scheduled time frame.
• Keeps food service areas clean and organized.
• Monitors inventory and reports needs.
• Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.
• Maintains a clean, neat and safe work environment.
• Assures Resident diets are followed and meals are accounted for daily.
• Ability to cook large quantities and deliver a high‑quality product.
• Maintains professional demeanor under stress.

Skills

Food safety knowledge

English proficiency

Team supervision

Communication with staff

Stress management

Cleaning and sanitation

Attention to detail

Education

Serv Safe Certification

Tools

Ovens

Slicers

Mixers

Steam tables

Steamers

Toasters

Refrigerators

Freezers

Job description

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Company-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) Plan and paid holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match

Job Summary

The Community Cook reports to the Food & Beverage Director and assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures.

Cook Procedure

Essential Functions

• Prepares food items on Food & Beverage Director's daily menu for Residents within scheduled time frame.
• Keeps food service areas clean.
• Monitors inventory.
• Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.
• Maintains clean, neat, and safe work environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to: ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, steamers, toasters, coffee pots, refrigerators, and freezers.
• Assures that Resident diets are being followed.
• Assures employees and Resident guest meals are accounted for on a daily basis.
• Reports to Food & Beverage Director any loss, breakage, or waste of supplies and equipment.
• Observes and communicates to Food & Beverage Director any problems or potential problems in the dietary department.
• Has the ability to work with little or no supervision.
• Has the ability to cook large quantities of food and deliver a superior product.
• Has the ability to guide and instruct others in food preparation and food serving.
• Has the ability to maintain professional demeanor under stress.
• Has the ability to recognize needs and help others without prompting.
• Has the ability to relate well with other employees and Residents of the Community.
• Is neat, clean, and works safely.
• Maintains current cleaning list and highest standards for kitchen cleanliness.
• Respects Resident rights and adheres to Community policy on Resident care.
• Performs all other duties assigned by Food & Beverage Director.

Compliance and Safety

• Follows all emergency procedures.
• Understands all safety policies and procedures.
• Reports on-the-job injuries to the Food & Beverage Director before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.

Communication

• Communicates effectively with Food & Beverage Director and other staff.
• Immediately advises Food & Beverage Director of any changes in physical and mental health of a Resident.
• Maintains acceptable attendance record, notifying chef if expected to be late or unable to work in accordance with Community HR policies and procedures, and follows work schedule.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification

• Serv Safe Certification required.
• Has a working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation.
• Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines.
• Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings.
• Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills.
• Experienced in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Physical Requirements

• Physically able to bend and reach.
• Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.
• Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in a hot/humid environment for extended amounts of time.
• May be subject to burns from hot foods, cuts from knives, and falls on slippery floors if caution is not used when working.
• Can determine quality and palatability of food through taste and smell.