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Log In Search Jobs Help Cook Sonata Palm Coast Palm Coast, FL WE ARE HAVING A JOB FAIR - to view details, please click here for our Job Fair Flyer We are having a JOB FAIR at Tuscan Gardens of Palm Coast!!!! We would love if you could come and join us! We will be having on-the-spot interviews and there will be various different activities and we will be raffling off a tablet to one of our lucky candidates! We want to show you what makes us a Great Place to Work ! Please see the date and times listed below!!! We can't wait to meet you! DATE(S): May 27, 2026 TIMES: 10 AM - 4 PM EST This Job Fair Will Be Held At 650 Colbert Lane Palm Coast, FL 32137 We Are Offering On-the-spot interviewsLight RefreshmentsRaffle for a tablet We Are Currently Hiring For The Following Positions CNA/Wellness Associate/CaregiversMed-Techs/CMAsLPNServersHousekeepers At Tuscan Gardens of Palm Coast we place a high emphasis on the overall wellbeing of our residents and believe in providing excellent care and customer service! Come be a part of the excitement as we continue our journey of touching lives in this beautiful community and premier work atmosphere! If That's Not Reason Enough, As a Certified Great Place To Work For 9 Years In a Row, We Proudly Offer Eligible Team Members Medical, Dental and Vision benefitsCompany-paid Life Insurance and Voluntary DisabilityPaid Time off and Holidays401(k) Retirement Savings Plan You deserve to be part of our thriving culture! Apply today! info.flclearinghouse.com This community is managed by AgeWell Senior Living and is an E.O.E Job Summary The Community Cook reports to the Food & Beverage Director and assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures. Cook Procedure Essential Functions: Prepares food items on Food & Beverage Director's daily menu for Residents within scheduled time frame.Keeps food service areas clean.Monitors inventory.Supervises servers in the absence of the Food & Beverage Director.Maintains clean, neat, and safe work environment.Demonstrates knowledge of kitchen equipment including but not limited to: ovens, slicers, mixers, steam tables, steamers, toasters, coffee pots, refrigerators, and freezers.Assures that Resident diets are being followed.Assures employees and Resident guest meals are accounted for on a daily basis.Reports to Food & Beverage Director any loss, breakage, or waste of supplies and equipment.Observes and communicates to Food & Beverage Director any problems or potential problems in the dietary department.Has the ability to work with little or no supervision.Has the ability to cook large quantities of food and deliver a superior product.Has the ability to guide and instruct others in food preparation and food servingHas the ability to maintain professional demeanor under stressHas the ability to recognize needs and help others without promptingHas the ability to relate well with other employees and Residents of the Community.Is neat, clean, and works safely.Maintains current cleaning list and highest standards for kitchen cleanliness.Respects Resident rights and adheres to Community policy on Resident care.Performs all other duties assigned by Food & Beverage Director. Compliance And Safety Follows all emergency procedures.Understands all safety policies and procedures.Reports on-the-job injuries to the Food & Beverage Director before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs. Communication Communicates effectively with Food & Beverage Director and other staff.Immediately advises Food & Beverage Director of any changes in physical and mental health of a Resident.Maintains acceptable attendance record, notifying chef if expected to be late or unable to work in accordance with Community HR policies and procedures, and follows work schedule. Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification Serv Safe Certification required.Has a working knowledge of rules and regulations related to health and safety in food preparation.Knowledge of cooking times and temperatures essential in accordance to state guidelines.Knowledge of various cuts of meat and seasonings.Demonstrates ability in a wide range of food preparation and skills.Experienced in dealing with seniors and their dietary needs.Ability to read, write, and speak English Physical Requirements Physically able to bend and reach.Physically able to push and pull and lift up to 40-50 pounds if necessary.Physically able to stand for extended periods of time.Ability to work in a hot/humid environment for extended amounts of time.May be subject to burns from hot foods, cuts from knives, and falls on slippery floors if caution is not used when working.Can determine quality and palatability of food through taste and smell.