Job Overview

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Employment Type

Part-time
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Work Schedule

Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Pay on Demand
Employee Discounts
supportive leadership
Resort-style environment
Purpose-driven role

Job Description

Resort Lifestyle Communities (RLC) is a family-owned company dedicated to serving the senior community with unmatched care and compassion. With over 60 resort-style communities nationwide, RLC fosters a close-knit and servant-hearted culture, driven by Core Values of Respect, Honesty, Kindness & Compassion, and Service Excellence. These values not only shape the company’s culture but also guide every interaction with residents, guests, and team members. RLC is focused on four essential goals that ensure the success and sustainability of its communities: Happy Employees, Happy Residents, Full Occupancy, and On-Budget Operations. This mission-oriented approach makes RLC an exceptional place to work and grow a fulfilling career in senior living hospitality.

The Relief Cook role at RLC is a vital weekend position, offering a unique opportunity to contribute to the wellbeing and satisfaction of senior residents through quality food service. Working in a scratch-based kitchen, the Relief Cook is responsible for preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturdays and Sundays. The position demands skill in cooking a wide variety of dishes, utilizing techniques such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing to deliver visually appealing and safely prepared meals tailored to resident preferences. Beyond culinary skills, the Relief Cook becomes an integral part of the community by establishing positive relationships with residents and team members, fostering a warm and welcoming atmosphere every weekend.

This role requires a dependable individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is passionate about food preparation and service. The Relief Cook plays a critical role in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and food safety standards, ensuring refrigeration temperatures and overall sanitation meet regulatory requirements. They assist with opening and closing duties, maintain well-stocked stations, and contribute ideas to improve service and kitchen operations. RLC offers an attractive working environment in a beautiful resort-style setting, where employees are valued as part of a supportive team that emphasizes personal growth and community impact. Incentives like pay on demand and employee discounts complement the rewarding experience of making a positive difference daily in the lives of seniors. This weekend role is a perfect fit for individuals eager to bring their culinary talents and servant hearts to a purpose-driven team focused on excellence and meaningful service.

Job Requirements

  • Must be at least 18 years of age or older
  • Ability to work every Saturday and Sunday, at least 8 hours per day
  • Ability to read, speak and understand basic English
  • Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two weeks of first day of employment

Job Qualifications

  • Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred
  • Ability to read, speak and understand basic English
  • Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two weeks of first day of employment

Job Duties

  • Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing
  • Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours
  • Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end-of-day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
  • Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed
  • Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish-machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction

Job Criteria

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)


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