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Experienced Cook for Assisted Living Facility

Starling
Tallahassee, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/28/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
Position Summary

Prepares food that meets or exceeds taste, hospitality and service standards of the community.

Shift: Full Time available 10:00AM TO 7PM

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

  • Prepares food items using standardized recipes in a timely manner.
  • Determines food and supplies needed and coordinates meal production with serving hours.
  • Monitors all food items to see that at least the minimum guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality are upheld at all times.
  • Ensures the proper preparation, portioning, and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and standardized recipes.
  • Ensures dishes are presented in a creative and attractive way.
  • Tastes and prepares food to determine quality.
  • Maintains or exceeds standards of appearance, cleanliness, hygiene, and health standards.
  • Practices all safety and loss prevention procedures.
  • Oversees food storage; checks labels and dates.
  • Completes cleaning duties.
  • Follows all local, state, and federal policies regarding food handling.
  • Assists with proper documentation of temperature logs and cleaning schedules.
  • Maintains food safety equipment records and food safety temperature records.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements And Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
  • One (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets.
  • Culinary apprenticeship or training preferred.
  • Food Services Sanitation Certificate.
  • Food Handler Certificate.

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