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Experienced Cook for Assisted Living Facility

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Hourly
Exact $19.00
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
Day Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

Starling is a progressive and rapidly growing senior living organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and services to seniors. With a mission rooted in compassion, respect, and community, Starling recognizes that its team members are fundamental to its continued success. The organization prioritizes not only experience but also a genuine passion for serving others, fostering an environment where leaders are nurtured and where the culture revolves around shared values and the well-being of those who live and work within its communities. Starling is committed to creating vibrant living experiences that enhance the quality of life for its residents by delivering innovative, personalized care and support in an atmosphere of dignity and respect.

The Grove at Trelago, located in Maitland, is a distinguished community within the Starling organization currently seeking a creative culinary team member. This full-time role positions the candidate in an essential capacity to prepare and present food that meets or surpasses the community’s high standards of taste, hospitality, and service. Working hours are 10:30 AM to 7:00 PM with rotating weekends off, providing a balanced work schedule. The culinary professional joining this community will be responsible for preparing a variety of food items using standardized recipes efficiently, coordinating meal production with serving hours, and ensuring food quality and safety standards are rigorously maintained.

This role is perfect for someone with a passion for culinary arts combined with dedication to enhancing the dining experience in a senior living environment. Responsibilities include monitoring temperature, taste and presentation of food, maintaining hygiene and cleanliness, managing food storage and inventory, and complying fully with all local, state, and federal food handling regulations. The candidate will also assist with documentation related to food safety and sanitation standards. The position offers an opportunity to grow and contribute creatively to a supportive and resident-focused environment. This culinary role not only demands technical skill but also a creative and collaborative approach to ensuring food served is both nutritious and enjoyable, supporting the health and satisfaction of the community’s residents.

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • one year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets
  • culinary apprenticeship or training preferred
  • food services sanitation certificate

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred
  • one year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets
  • culinary apprenticeship or training preferred
  • food services sanitation certificate

Job Duties

  • Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner
  • determines food and supplies needed and coordinates meal production with serving hours
  • monitors all food items to ensure temperature, taste, and quality standards are met
  • ensures proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods according to menu cycles and recipes
  • presents dishes in a creative and attractive manner
  • tastes and prepares food to determine quality
  • maintains or exceeds cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards
  • practices all safety and loss prevention procedures
  • oversees food storage by checking labels and dates
  • completes cleaning duties
  • follows all local, state, and federal food handling policies
  • assists with documentation of temperature logs and cleaning schedules
  • maintains food safety equipment and temperature records
  • performs other duties as assigned

Job Criteria

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)


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