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Job Title: Cafeteria Cook / Lead Cook
Location: Sarasota, FL 34236
Pay Rate: $17.00/hour
Schedule: Full-Time
- Sunday: 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Four additional weekdays: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Position Overview
We are seeking a dependable and experienced Cafeteria Cook / Lead Cook to join our food service team in Sarasota, Florida. The Cafeteria Cook / Lead Cook will be responsible for preparing, cooking, and serving nutritious meals while helping maintain a clean, safe, and efficient kitchen environment.
The ideal candidate will have previous experience preparing meals for large groups, strong kitchen organization skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Previous leadership or kitchen coordination experience is highly preferred.
Responsibilities
- Prepare, cook, and serve meals, snacks, and beverages using approved cooking methods and kitchen equipment
- Ensure meals are prepared in appropriate quantities based on the number of individuals being served
- Maintain daily meal preparation and service schedules
- Coordinate, assign, and monitor tasks performed by kitchen staff and food service workers
- Assist with menu planning and recommend food and supply purchases
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards throughout kitchen and dining areas
- Ensure compliance with food safety guidelines and health regulations
- Promote proper food handling procedures and personal hygiene among kitchen staff
- Monitor kitchen supplies and notify management of inventory needs
- Assist with general kitchen organization and daily food service operations
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Minimum of 3 years of experience preparing food for large groups
- Previous lead cook or kitchen coordination experience preferred
- Strong understanding of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
- Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced kitchen environment
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Dependable attendance and punctuality required
Physical Requirements
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and squat for extended periods
- Ability to work around hot cooking surfaces and cold storage areas
- Ability to frequently lift and carry 25–50 pounds
- Comfortable working in a commercial kitchen environment
Licenses & Certifications
- Food Handler’s Certification required
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Health Insurance Options
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Supplemental Insurance
- Voluntary Life Insurance
- Additional employee benefits available
Join a supportive and mission-driven team dedicated to providing nutritious, high-quality meals in a professional kitchen environment.