Cook

The Meridian at Punta Gorda; Punta Gorda (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits

Telemedicine services

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Reimbursement

401K

Job summary

The Meridian at Punta Gorda is looking for an experienced Cook to join their team. In this role, you will work closely with the Dining Services Manager and oversee the community's food ordering, preparation, and delivery, ensuring nutritional quality and kitchen sanitation.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, with a preference for those with six months of food service experience. Ideal candidates should have compassion for working with the elderly and be team players. The position offers a solid benefits package and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete training as required by State regulations.
• Six months prior experience in a food service department preferred.
• Must obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the Community's food ordering, preparation, and delivery.
• Ensure food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing fashion.
• Maintain supplies and kitchen sanitation.

Skills

Communication with residents

Team collaboration

Food preparation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Punta Gorda, FL 33950

Meridian Senior Living believes that “Everyone Deserves a Great Life.”

To us, a great life in our communities starts with great employees. What makes a great employee, you ask?

We believe a great employee is someone that understands that our work is hard yet rewarding, that teamwork truly makes the dream work, and that at the end of the day there is nothing more satisfying than making a difference in someone’s life.

Benefits

• A solid benefits package (with several different plan options for you to choose from) – complete with Medical, Dental, and Vision.
• 1800MD – Telemedicine that is available to all employees and their family members at no cost! No enrollment required!
• Flexible Spending Account
• Company paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Benefits that include Short Term Disability, Accident Coverage, Critical Illness, and more!
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Referral Bonus
• Employee Discounts – (Enterprise, Staples, HD Supply, Office Depot, Sherwin Williams, and more!)

Other Perks

• We equip you with the ability to grow your career – whether it be with us or another employer.
• A company culture that is dedicated to promoting integrity, joy, respect, and excellence!
• Life changing experiences with some of the best Residents an employee can ask for.

About the Cook Position

As a Cook, you will work closely with our Dining Services Manager and will be responsible for the Community’s food ordering, preparation, and delivery as well as kitchen sanitation. Cook tasks in this role include ensuring food is prepared in a nutritional and appetizing fashion, maintaining supplies and equipment, and providing excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and successfully complete training as required by State regulations.
• Six (6) months’ prior experience in a food service department preferred.
• Supervisory experience desirable.
• Obtain Food Handlers Permit as required by State regulations.
• Previous experience working with the elderly.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly.
• Must demonstrate the ability to work responsibly as a team member as well as an individual.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public.
• Must meet all health requirements and pass background checks.

Meridian Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer