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Responsibilities
- Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, sauté station, salad-bar and on the service line;
- Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes;
- Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.
- Previous experience in Senior Living preferred;
- Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required;
- Great organizational skills a must;
- Strong communication skills;
- Attention to detail and presentation of food product is required;
- Must be able to work weekends.
- Competitive pay with early access to earned wages;
- Flexible scheduling;
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance;
- Paid time off and holidays;
- A 401(k) with employer match;
- Paid training and growth opportunities;
- Uniforms (where applicable);
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
- Volunteer time off;
- Wellness-related benefits.
Qualifications
Why Join Us
Discovery Senior Living Earned Coveted Great Place to Work Certification for 2025-2026! A large part of what makes Discovery different from other companies in this industry is our willingness to embrace change. At Discovery Senior Living, we are constantly challenging how we are doing things to ensure the lifestyle we are offering our residents is absolutely the greatest value proposition in the marketplace. It’s just as important to us that the environment and culture for our team members are constantly refreshed. In addition, embracing and even encouraging change brings a never-ending supply of new energy to our business and our culture. That energy translates to other far-reaching positive impacts on our residents as well as our team members.
Benefits
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.
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Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening
Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state-mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint-based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Certain positions may be subject to additional requirements under federal programs, including CMS, Medicare, and Medicaid regulations, as well as state-specific licensing or regulatory agencies. Screening requirements vary by role and jurisdiction, and candidates must meet all applicable standards as a condition of employment. These measures support regulatory compliance and help maintain a safe, secure environment for residents, families, and team members. Employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse. For more information, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.