Cook II - Cafe

VICARS LANDING; Sawgrass (FL); On-site; USD 26,174 - 28,240; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Bonus

Scholarship Opportunities

Free lunch

Job summary

VICARS LANDING in Sawgrass is seeking a skilled Cook II to support daily food production across dining venues. This role prepares a wide range of menu items, ensuring quality and food safety standards are met. Candidates should have a minimum of two years cooking experience and be able to work independently and as part of a team.

The position offers a base salary ranging from $19.00 to $20.50 based on experience. Additional benefits include health coverage, retirement savings, free lunch, and holiday bonuses.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen or comparable setting.
• Strong understanding of food preparation techniques and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform basic math.

Responsibilities

• Prepare soups, sauces, proteins, and vegetables according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure food is prepared and served with proper quality and presentation.
• Maintain food production logs and temperature records.

Skills

Food preparation techniques

Sanitation practices

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

Job Location

Sawgrass - Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082.

About This Role

Vicar’s Landing is seeking a skilled Cook II to support daily food production across dining venues. This role prepares a wide range of menu items while ensuring quality, consistency, and food safety standards are met. The Cook II works independently on assigned cooking tasks while supporting timely meal service for our residents and guests.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare soups, sauces, proteins, vegetables, and other menu items according to standardized recipes.
• Ensure food is prepared, portioned, and served with proper quality, temperature, and presentation.
• Support daily food production planning, including pre‑prep and supply needs.
• Maintain food production logs and temperature records.
• Keep assigned workstations clean, sanitary, and organized.
• Follow personal hygiene, safety, and department standards at all times.

Skills You Need

Must Have Skills

• Minimum of two years of cooking experience in a professional kitchen or comparable setting.
• Strong understanding of food preparation techniques and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform basic math.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice to Have Skills

• Culinary training or education.
• Experience in healthcare, senior living, or multi‑meal service operations.

Education: Degree not required if you have relevant skills or experience.

How You’ll Grow Here

• Strengthen core cooking and production skills.
• Take on expanded responsibilities across menu execution.
• Grow within a structured culinary team environment.

Compensation & Benefits

Base Salary: $19.00 to $20.50 (range depends on experience, skills, and shift).

Additional Compensation

• Holiday Bonus.
• Scholarship Opportunities.
• Free lunch.

Benefits Snapshot

• Health, dental, vision.
• Retirement savings.
• Paid time off.