Culinary Associate - Part Time (Senior Living Dining)

Watercrest Senior Living; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-Demand Pay

Tuition Reimbursement

Associate Referral Program

Job summary

Watercrest Senior Living in Florida is seeking a Part Time Cook/Culinary Associate to join the culinary team. You will provide a watercrest culinary experience, support dining room service, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen aligned with dietary guidelines.

The position requires at least two years of professional food service experience and a Serv Safe certification. A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred, and on-demand pay is available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• SERV Safe certification is required.
• Two years of professional food service experience.
• A culinary apprenticeship or formal training is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directs meal preparation, service, and clean-up in accordance with nutritional guidelines and resident diets.
• Maintains proper use of cooking appliances and ensures safe kitchen operation.
• Assists with maintaining emergency food supplies and communicates with culinary vendors.
• Maintains dining room presence to ensure resident satisfaction and high service standards.
• Pre-prepares meals for later times and assists in events as needed.
• Reports needs to Executive Chef and promotes restaurant-style service.

Skills

Servant Leadership

Meal preparation

Food safety & sanitation

Communication with vendors

Dining room presence

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

SERV Safe (Required)

Job description

Watercrest Senior Living in Florida is seeking a Part Time Cook/Culinary Associate to join the culinary team. You will provide a watercrest culinary experience, support dining room service, and maintain a clean, safe kitchen aligned with dietary guidelines.

The position requires at least two years of professional food service experience and a Serv Safe certification. A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred, and on-demand pay is available.