Cook Senior Living Job Town of Florida New York USA,Restaurant/Food Service

Location: Town of Florida

Cook – Alto Clermont

Clermont, FL |
Full-Time | All Shifts | Full Availability Required

Cook for people who truly appreciate it. In one of Central Florida's most beautiful communities.

Alto Clermont is hiring a Full-Time Cook with full shift availability to join our culinary team. This is a role for a skilled, dependable kitchen professional who can work across multiple shifts and takes genuine pride in every plate — in a vibrant senior living community where the dining experience truly matters.

What You'll Do:

Prepare and cook nutritious, appetizing meals according to approved menus and recipes
Maintain top-tier food safety and Serv Safe sanitation standards throughout every shift
Monitor food quality, portion sizes, and presentation
Keep the kitchen clean, organized, and properly stocked
Collaborate with the dining team to deliver smooth, efficient meal service
Be a dependable, skilled presence across all shifts as needed

What You Bring:

Serv Safe certification — required
Senior living or high-volume kitchen experience — strongly preferred
Strong knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and kitchen operations
Full shift availability — days, evenings, and weekends as needed
Dependable, team-oriented, and takes genuine pride in culinary quality

Why Alto Clermont?

401(k) with Immediate Vesting — 100% match up to 3%
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off | 9 Holidays | Birthday Holiday
Double-time pay on designated holidays
Referral Bonuses
Work Tango Associate Recognition Program
Educational Investment Program — up to $1,000
Growth & Development Opportunities

Alto Clermont | 1601 Hooks St, Clermont, FL 34711
Full-Time | All Shifts | Full Availability Required | Serv Safe Required

The primary responsibility of the Cook is to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for residents and guests of the Community ensuring that the food presentation enhances the dining experience of the residents and guests.

Areas of Responsibility

Prepare delicious and attractive food that is colorful and tastefully presented making each meal service an exceptional occasion.
Supervise the kitchen under the direction of the Dining Services Director (DSD) and Chef/Lead Cook.
Prepare high quality meals consistent with local customs and tastes. Consistently adhere to the standard recipes, the budgeted costs and Company policies.
Supervise and/or assist in the proper washing of all dishes, cookware, flatware, and utensils. Properly maintain all kitchen equipment. Monitor water temperatures and/or chemical compounds as appropriate to ensure the prevention of foodborne illness and the spread of communicable disease.
Approach residents and associates in a friendly, service-oriented manner.
Other job duties as assigned – see full job description.

Required Qualifications

Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Must be flexible/adaptable, pay attention to detail, and have a sense of teamwork.
Must possess good time management skills and a keen awareness of safety.
Must possess current manager’s level food handler permit.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum one (1) year related cooking experience or equivalent preferred.
Some software and computer skills preferred.