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Residential Cook

Job Corps | Eckerd Connects
Jacksonville, FL Other
POSTED ON 2/28/2026 CLOSED ON 3/29/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Residential Cook position at Job Corps | Eckerd Connects?

Working with us takes a certain kind of person; we want someone who identifies with our values and is willing to challenge themselves both personally and professionally. We seek employees who are passionate about serving and _ **making a** _ **_difference_** in the lives of others.

  • _Make more than a Living, Make a Difference_**
  • _Our Full-Time Benefits_**
  • Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
  • Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
  • Workers Compensation
  • AD&D Insurance
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Service Contract Act (SCA) Position

**Hourly Range: $17.20 to $18.00**

**Duties and Responsibilities**

  • The Cook I is responsible for preparing center meals, establishing menu, and determining quantities of food needed.
  • Plans and coordinates procedures necessary for day-to-day operations of center dining facility.
  • Efficient and timely arrangement, servicing, and clean-up of meals.
  • The Cook I maintains complete inventory file on food and equipment, ensures minimum waste through efficient storage, inventory, and food utilization.
  • Maintains strict safety and sanitation codes and procedures.
  • Submits weekly activity and other reports as assigned.

**Qualifications**

  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Two or more years' food preparation training and related work experience preferred.
  • Must possess or be able to obtain a ServSafe food safety certification.
  • Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
  • Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.

_\*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified._

**About our Program**

Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.

**Eckerd Connects subsidiary of CLS**

**Our Program Location**

Jacksonville Job Corps

4811 Payne Stewart

Jacksonville, FL 32209

_Connect with Us video: **https://vimeo.com/1061358460** _

_Please follow the link for more information about this program **:** _ **https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/**

Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact adarequest@eckerd.org. Relay Services Dial 711.

**Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal**

_Copy & paste the link into your browser: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters_

  • _Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility._**

Salary : $17 - $18

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