Culinary Assistant: Prep, Service & Kitchen Support

Paycom - ATS; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Suncoast East in Sarasota, FL seeks a Culinary Assistant to help prepare meals per the menu, serve residents in the dining room, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen and dining area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety policies, and respectful interactions with residents and families. A high school diploma or GED is required, with background screening mandated by Florida law.

Qualifications

• Language Ability: read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; write simple correspondence; communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Reasoning Ability: apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved instructions; handle problems with a few concrete variables.
• Education/Experience: High school diploma or GED; or less than one year related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Physical Demands: stand, walk, lift up to 50 pounds; frequent bending and reaching as part of daily tasks.
• Work Environment: background screening required by Florida law; HIPAA compliance; teamwork-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists with food preparation according to the established menu.
• Serves and assists residents in the dining room at breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
• Keeps kitchen, food service areas, and storage areas clean and organized.
• Maintains a safe and dignified atmosphere for residents, families, and staff.
• Follows sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules and reports hazards promptly.

Skills

Language Ability

Reasoning Ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Suncoast East in Sarasota, FL seeks a Culinary Assistant to help prepare meals per the menu, serve residents in the dining room, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen and dining area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, adherence to safety policies, and respectful interactions with residents and families. A high school diploma or GED is required, with background screening mandated by Florida law.