Cook-FT & PT

Work With Excellence, Serve With Heart

Westminster Communities of Florida is a national leader in senior living and dedicated to a Mission and ministry of service to older adults. We provide senior living communities offering an active lifestyle and excellent care to our residents

Westminster Baldwin Park is seeking a full-time Cook. The Cook prepares quality food using quality ingredients for residents, guests and employees. ***Starting Pay Rate at $16.80*** EOE, DFWP - "We honor those who have served."

COOK | Full-Time

Position Summary

Prepares quality food using quality ingredients for residents, guests and employees.

Essential Position Functions

Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Westminster Communities.

• Setup work stations according to established guidelines.
• Prepare all food items in accordance with standardized recipes in a sanitary and timely manner.
• Distributes prepared food to all areas of service accurately and consistent in preparation and presentation. Restocks items as needed throughout the shift.
• Cleans and maintains station by practicing good safety, sanitation and organization skills.
• Assist with the cleaning, sanitation and organization of the kitchen and equipment.
  
  

Essential Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Florida Safe Staff certification required or ability to obtain certification within 90 days of date of hire.
• Ability to read, write and speak the English language and understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
  
  

Experience

• 3 or more year’s culinary experience in a high volume full service dining environment.
• Full understanding of basic food preparation methods and cooking techniques in quantity food production.
• Proficiency with computer programs including Microsoft Office and data type programs.
  
  

Requirements

• Ability to read, write and speak the English language and understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Ability to perform basic math skills.
• Basic knife handling skills.
• Ability to learn computer programs as defined by Westminster Communities of Florida.
• Willingness to provide a leadership role.
  
  

Join the Westminster Family today! We offer:

• Flexible Hours
• Fun Work Environment
• Competitive Wages
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Fitness Facility Onsite
• Employee Discounts
• Employee Café
• Vacation Pay
• Parking
• Career Advancement
• And More!
  
  

EOE, DFWP – “We honor those who have served.”

“Applicants can learn more about Florida background screening requirements at https://info.flclearinghouse.com”

Experience Required

• 3 year(s): Culinary experience in a high volume full service dining environment
  
  

Education Preferred

• High School or better
  
  

Licenses & Certifications Required

• ServSafe
• COVID-19 Vaccination
  
  

Preferred

• Florida Safe Cert
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

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