Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Hourly
Compensation
Hourly
Exact $17.25
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Paid holidays
employee discount
Dental Insurance
Health Insurance
Referral program
Pet insurance
Paid training
Employee assistance program
Disability insurance
401(k) matching
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
Job Description
Lake Seminole Square is a premier senior living community known for its beautiful lake-view setting and upscale amenities. This welcoming community provides an environment where seniors can thrive, surrounded by natural beauty and dedicated care. At Lake Seminole Square, the focus is on enhancing the quality of life for residents by fostering a respectful, supportive, and engaging atmosphere. The community is part of a broader organization that invests deeply in the future of senior living, ensuring that both residents and employees have access to growth opportunities, supportive resources, and a positive, healthy work environment. Employees at Lake Seminole Square benefit from being part of a close-knit family that values respect, professionalism, and hospitality, making it a meaningful place to work for those passionate about senior care and service.
The role of Cook at Lake Seminole Square is a critical position within the Community Culinary Services Department. It offers an exciting opportunity for hospitality-focused individuals who enjoy hands-on food preparation and menu production. The Cook will be responsible for full-scope cooking duties, ensuring that meals served meet high standards of quality, presentation, and nutritional compliance. This position requires someone who excels in a fast-paced kitchen environment, maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety protocols at all times. The Cook will also interact with residents regularly, ensuring their dining experience is consistently positive and meets their dietary needs.
Working at Lake Seminole Square means more than just having a job; it means being part of an extraordinary team dedicated to uplifting seniors' lives. The community fosters a culture built on hospitality promises — greeting all warmly, treating everyone with respect, anticipating needs, responding timely, and holding themselves accountable to the highest professional standards. The Cook will play a pivotal role in supporting these values by delivering meals that not only satisfy but also bring comfort and joy to residents. This role is part-time or full-time, hourly, paying $17.25 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and additional perks designed to support employee well-being and career growth. The community places a strong emphasis on employee recognition, continuous training, and creating an environment where staff feel valued and supported. Joining Lake Seminole Square as a Cook is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who want to advance their careers while making a meaningful difference in a beautiful and vibrant setting.
The role of Cook at Lake Seminole Square is a critical position within the Community Culinary Services Department. It offers an exciting opportunity for hospitality-focused individuals who enjoy hands-on food preparation and menu production. The Cook will be responsible for full-scope cooking duties, ensuring that meals served meet high standards of quality, presentation, and nutritional compliance. This position requires someone who excels in a fast-paced kitchen environment, maintaining cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety protocols at all times. The Cook will also interact with residents regularly, ensuring their dining experience is consistently positive and meets their dietary needs.
Working at Lake Seminole Square means more than just having a job; it means being part of an extraordinary team dedicated to uplifting seniors' lives. The community fosters a culture built on hospitality promises — greeting all warmly, treating everyone with respect, anticipating needs, responding timely, and holding themselves accountable to the highest professional standards. The Cook will play a pivotal role in supporting these values by delivering meals that not only satisfy but also bring comfort and joy to residents. This role is part-time or full-time, hourly, paying $17.25 per hour, with comprehensive benefits and additional perks designed to support employee well-being and career growth. The community places a strong emphasis on employee recognition, continuous training, and creating an environment where staff feel valued and supported. Joining Lake Seminole Square as a Cook is an excellent opportunity for culinary professionals who want to advance their careers while making a meaningful difference in a beautiful and vibrant setting.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma
- Minimum of one year restaurant or senior living or equivalent cooking experience
- Ability to adhere to cleanliness, sanitation and food safety standards
- Capacity to prepare meals that meet nutritional and dietary policies
- Skilled in fast-paced cooking environments
- Strong interpersonal skills for resident interaction
- Commitment to maintaining professionalism and hospitality promises
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Culinary degree preferred
- Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
Job Duties
- Exemplify at all times community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization
- Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times
- Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required nutritional/dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per policy and procedure
- Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency
- Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production
- Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary
- Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance
- and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations/procedures to promote improved food service
- Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment
- Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy
Job Criteria
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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