Creative Cook — Fresh Menus & Quality in Senior Living

The Grove at Countryside; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The Grove at Countryside is seeking a culinarian to join our team in Clearwater, FL. You will prepare food using standardized recipes, ensure timely production, and present dishes creatively while maintaining high safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring temperatures, portioning, and coordinating with serving hours, as well as following all food handling policies and completing cleaning duties. A high school diploma and related experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• At least 1 year related food prep experience.
• Culinary apprenticeship or formal training preferred.
• Food Services Sanitation Certificate.

Responsibilities

• Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
• Coordinates meal production with serving hours.
• Monitors food items for temperature, taste, and quality.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving per menu and recipes.
• Presents dishes in a creative and attractive way.
• Maintains hygiene, cleanliness, and health standards.
• Follows all safety and loss prevention procedures.
• Oversees food storage and checks labels and dates.
• Performs cleaning duties.
• Complies with local, state, and federal food handling policies.
• Assists with temperature logs and cleaning schedules.
• Maintains food safety records.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year related experience

Culinary apprenticeship or training

Food Services Sanitation Certificate

Job description

The Grove at Countryside is seeking a culinarian to join our team in Clearwater, FL. You will prepare food using standardized recipes, ensure timely production, and present dishes creatively while maintaining high safety and hygiene standards.

Responsibilities include monitoring temperatures, portioning, and coordinating with serving hours, as well as following all food handling policies and completing cleaning duties. A high school diploma and related experience are preferred.