Resident Dining Cook - Warm Hospitality & Fresh Meals

Yona Solutions; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Employer paid life insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wages on demand

Discount & wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

Yona Solutions is seeking a Cook to join our team in Gainesville, FL. You will provide warm, friendly hospitality while preparing meals according to the menu and standardized recipes. You will ensure sanitary food handling and timely service to residents and coworkers.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures, with opportunities for personal growth within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience required.
• Knowledge of sanitation and safety guidelines.
• Ability to prepare meals according to instructions.
• Apt in operating cookware, bakeware and cooking appliances.
• Friendly with good communication skills.
• Good physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food according to the menu in a safe, sanitary manner under the direction of the food services director.
• Ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to standardized recipes.
• Prepares quality food products according to standardized recipes and menus.
• Adheres to all safety and sanitation standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.
• Responds to community issues or concerns that may occur in the dining room.
• Follows departmental procedures including sanitation, safety, and cleaning schedules.
• Follows proper cleaning procedures and storage of all dishes, utensils and cooking equipment.
• Ensures all food in refrigerator, freezer, and dry storage are labeled and dated.
• Oversees proper food handling and utilization of all foods to prevent contamination, increase quality, and reduce cost.
• Suggests menu or recipe changes to utilize leftovers and other supplies.
• Cleans all food service equipment, kitchen and food storage areas.

Skills

Proven cook experience

Sanitation and safety knowledge

Meal prep skills

Cookware operation

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yona Solutions is seeking a Cook to join our team in Gainesville, FL. You will provide warm, friendly hospitality while preparing meals according to the menu and standardized recipes. You will ensure sanitary food handling and timely service to residents and coworkers.

The role emphasizes food safety, teamwork, and adherence to procedures, with opportunities for personal growth within a supportive environment.