Cook 6am-2pm FT, including weekends

Renaissance Senior Living at Vero Beach; Vero Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & Holidays

Employee meals and uniforms

401(k) with company match

Uniforms provided

Job summary

Legacy Senior Living in Vero Beach is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents, align with dietary needs, and maintain a welcoming dining environment. You will follow approved menus and contribute to themed events while upholding safety standards.

Experience in commercial kitchens and a genuine respect for older adults are essential. The role includes teamwork with care staff and opportunities for professional growth and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience cooking for large groups in a professional setting.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines.
• Desire to work with older adults and provide respectful service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare daily meals and snacks per approved menus and resident diets.
• Present meals in an appealing, restaurant-style way.
• Ensure timely service and proper hot/cold temperatures.
• Support dining team, assist with special events and themed meals.
• Maintain clean, safe kitchen and storage areas; report issues promptly.

Skills

Commercial kitchen experience

Senior living/healthcare hospitality

ServSafe certification

Food safety & sanitation

Teamwork

Follow recipes

Education

ServSafe certification

Certificate in food-preparation training

Job description

Description

At Legacy Senior Living, our Cooks are more than kitchen staff—they are memory makers, caregivers in disguise, and part of the daily joy our residents experience. If you’re passionate about cooking and want to serve seniors with dignity and warmth, we want you on our team.

Cook with Heart. Serve with Purpose. Nourish a Legacy.

Your Impact

Food is comfort. Food is connection. As a Cook, you’ll help shape the experience our residents look forward to every day—mealtime. You’ll prepare nutritious, well-balanced meals that respect dietary needs and personal preferences, while also creating a warm and welcoming dining environment.

What You’ll Do

Food Preparation & Culinary Excellence

• Prepare daily meals and snacks in alignment with approved menus, nutrition guidelines, and resident-specific diets (including allergies and medical restrictions)
• Present meals in an appealing, restaurant-style way that enhances appetite and dignity
• Ensure meals are served on schedule and with care—hot food hot, cold food cold
• Provide for individual needs by supporting independence with adaptive utensils or portion changes
• Assist in the planning and preparation of food for special events or themed meals
• Monitor food and supply inventory; report needs to the Food Service Director
• Assist with receiving and rotating stock, ensuring first-in/first-out storage
• Maintain clean, organized, and compliant kitchen and food storage areas
• Promptly report equipment or safety issues to leadership
• Follow all food safety and sanitation standards in compliance with OSHA and state regulations

Resident Engagement & Teamwork

• Engage with residents to receive feedback and foster a sense of hospitality
• Coordinate with care staff to ensure special dietary instructions are followed
• Support a collaborative kitchen and dining team environment
• Assist other food service team members as needed, including light cleaning or service tasks

What You Bring

• Previous experience in a commercial kitchen, senior living, healthcare, or hospitality setting preferred
• A genuine respect and compassion for older adults
• Ability to follow recipes, dietary guidelines, and safety protocols
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• ServSafe certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)
• Ability to stand, lift, and carry in a fast-paced kitchen environment

Why Legacy?

You’ll receive:

• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee meals and uniforms
• 401(k) with company match
• Supportive team and a respectful, mission-driven workplace

Feed the Body. Lift the Spirit. Join the Legacy.

If you're ready to cook with heart, take pride in your work, and be part of a team that values respect, integrity, and servant leadership, we’d love to hear from you.

Requirements

• Experience in cooking for large groups
• Certificate in food-preparation training preferred
• Desire to work with older adults

Summary

Prepare, serve, and handle food in accordance with federal and state regulations and the residence policies and procedures. Maintain clean and sanitized dining service areas and assist in the receiving, rotation, and storage of products.