Cook

Company: Community Assisted & Supported Living
Location: Fort Myers
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Make a difference daily! A Residential Treatment Facility seeking full-time team player for the dietary program. Rate of pay $21 per hour. Benefits include 3 weeks PTO (prorated); 10 paid holidays; Medical; Dental; Vision; 401K with matching, and many more! This is a mission driven organization serving individuals with mental health and substance use diagnoses. Duties and responsibilities Report to the Kitchen Manger on all communications involving the kitchen. Prep, cook, serve, and clean after each meal, which includes three meals a day and snacks. Follow menu and recipes to prepare foods. Safely use all kitchen appliances and utensils. Maintain serving times. Completes advance food preparation of the week’s menu as directed by the Kitchen Manager. Clean the dining room after each meal. Follow the mid-shift cleaning schedule each Wednesday: clean drawer and under serving line, freezers and refrigerators alternate biweekly, pull out catch tray under six burner stove and clean backsplash, clean three compartment sink, spice shelf trays replaced and cleaned, and clean rugs. Complete intermittent cleaning as directed/needed: celling fans, walls behind food prep areas and dishwashing area, windowsills and baseboards, shelving, air conditioner vents in kitchen, backsplash behind stoves. Maintain compliance with all state regulations and licensure standards at all times. Responsible for reporting any unsafe condition or equipment problems immediately upon discovery to the Kitchen Manager. If able to remedy the unsafe condition, should do so immediately. Observe and report any resident issues or concerns to the Kitchen Manager. Maintain confidentiality of all resident information. Required to check company email once a day and respond as appropriate. Interact professionally with residents, co-workers, and vendors. Must be able to maintain tact and professionalism. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications/Education Requirements No minimum education required; high school diploma preferred. Culinary training/degree preferred. ServSafe Certification preferred. At least one-year experience in a restaurant or institutional dietary setting. At least 18 years of age. At least one-year experience working with people with mental health diagnoses preferred. Must demonstrate basic verbal and written skills. Must demonstrate basic computer skills. Must be able to work with diverse groups and individuals. Must successfully complete all criminal background screens and remain eligible. Good Moral Character. Must pass a drug screen and follow drug-free workplace policy. Must maintain trainings as required. Must have a negative TB screening within 30 days of hire and annually thereafter. Must obtain a free from communicable disease statement within 30 days of hire

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