Part-Time Senior Living Cook — Fresh, Home-Style Dining

Discovery Senior Living; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Earned wage access

Flexible scheduling (part-time)

Paid time off and Holidays (part-time)

Health benefits available

401(K) with employer match

Paid training

Opportunities for growth and promotion

Company provided uniforms

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Part-time Cook to enrich residents’ dining experiences with flavorful, well-presented meals. You will follow standardized recipes, work across the grill, sauté, salad bar, and service line, and maintain a safe, clean kitchen.

teamwork, quality and resident satisfaction are emphasized; weekend availability is required, with competitive wages and opportunities for growth within a mission-driven senior living community.

Qualifications

• Experience in senior living or a similar environment preferred.
• Knowledge of production methods, portion control, and food safety/handling required.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with a team.
• High attention to detail, especially in presentation and plating.
• Availability to work weekends as part of the regular schedule.

Responsibilities

• Prepare a variety of hot and cold menu items, including work on the grill, sauté station, salad bar, and service line.
• Follow standardized recipes to ensure proper preparation, portioning, taste, and presentation of food.
• Taste and check food for quality, palatability, and adherence to culinary standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of all food preparation and service areas.
• Support a safe, sanitary, and efficient kitchen environment in accordance with food safety and handling guidelines, including maintaining temperature logs, overseeing food storage and date maintenance.
• Collaborate with the culinary team to create an exceptional dining experience for residents.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Experience in senior living

Food safety knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Attention to detail

Weekend availability

Job description

Discovery Senior Living in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Part-time Cook to enrich residents’ dining experiences with flavorful, well-presented meals. You will follow standardized recipes, work across the grill, sauté, salad bar, and service line, and maintain a safe, clean kitchen.

teamwork, quality and resident satisfaction are emphasized; weekend availability is required, with competitive wages and opportunities for growth within a mission-driven senior living community.