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Cook - Full-time

LAKE PORT SQUARE SENIOR LIVING, LLC
Leesburg, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/23/2026
Job Description

Cook - FT

Bring your creativity to the kitchen and make a difference every day.

At Lake Port Square, we believe great food brings people together. Located on a beautiful 78-acre nature preserve overlooking Lake Harris, our senior living community is home to residents who appreciate exceptional dining experiences and meaningful connections.

We're looking for an energetic, team-oriented Cook who enjoys creating high-quality meals, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in making someone's day a little brighter through great food.

Whether you're building your culinary career or bringing experience to a team that values your skills, we'd love to meet you.

Why come work for Lake Port Square?

  • We provide a fun workplace culture with many campus-wide events
  • Daily Pay
  • Paid Training
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • Benefits for Full and Part Time employees
  • Opportunity to make a positive impact every shift
  • Work life balance- no late nights

Your Day May Include

  • Preparing and cooking fresh, high-quality meals according to recipes and menu standards
  • Ensuring food looks great and tastes great every time it's served
  • Following food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
  • Supporting special dietary needs and preparing meals according to nutritional guidelines
  • Working efficiently during meal service while maintaining attention to detail
  • Assisting with meal service and kitchen cleanup when needed
  • Collaborating with team members to create a welcoming dining experience
  • Connecting with residents and gathering feedback to help improve our food service
  • Helping maintain an organized, safe, and positive kitchen environment

What We're Looking For

  • Passion for food and hospitality
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic
  • Ability to work well as part of a team
  • Dependable and committed to providing excellent service
  • Knowledge of food preparation, cooking techniques, and kitchen safety practices
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
  • Previous cooking experience preferred, but we value attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn

Why This Role Matters

At Lake Port Square, you're not just preparing meals. You're creating experiences, building relationships, and helping residents enjoy the lifestyle they deserve. Every meal is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

If you enjoy cooking, working with people, and being part of a team that values what you bring to the table, apply today.

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

  • High school diploma
  • Culinary degree preferred
  • Minimum of 3 years restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience

Salary $18.00 - $20.00 #nonclinical

About

This position requires a Level 2 Background Screening through Florida's Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. Applicants can learn more about the screening process, disqualifying offenses, exemptions, and timelines at:

https://ahca.myflorida.com/backgroundscreening

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Salary : $18 - $20

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