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Automation Personnel Services

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A Cook prepares food in a restaurant or institutional kitchen. May be responsible for a specific station or type of food preparation in a larger kitchen, or specialize as a short-order or fast-food cook. May prepare meals in private homes, or cater parties.

$31,396 / year median in Florida

+3% projected growth

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COOK Automation Personnel Services is looking for a C ook for a company based in Plant City, FL. In this role, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Pay Rate $16.00 - $17.00 per hour depending on experience. Schedule and Hours 5:00 am to 1:00 pm or 11:00 pm to 9:00 am; weekends are mandatory Cook Duties and Responsibilities Prepare foods according to established recipes and guidelines. Clean, cut, and prepare ingredients for main dishes, desserts, and appetizers. Sautee, flambe, roast, bake, grill, steam, and boil various meats, vegetables, fish, poultry, and other foods. Utilize knife techniques for chopping, slicing, cutting, and dicing ingredients. Accurately follow recipes, including measuring, weighing, and mixing ingredients. Operate kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers safely and efficiently. Work across multiple production stations, ensuring quality control checks on taste, texture, and temperature. Maintain high standards of food safety and sanitation within the kitchen. Perform additional duties as needed, including kitchen maintenance and equipment cleaning. Cook Qualifications and Requirements Current ServSafe Food Handler Certification required. 2+ years of experience as a cook in a fast-paced restaurant environment. Strong culinary knife skills. Ability to follow exact measurements and recipes for food preparation. Excellent attendance and punctuality; weekends are mandatory. Job Type Full-time, Temporary to Hire Benefits Weekly Pay Medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance 40 Hours Service Bonus after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours 6 paid Holidays after 1 year of continuous service and 1500 hours 401(k) Retirement Plan Automation Personnel Services is the only staffing agency specializing in manufacturing and industrial roles that offers 401 (k) matching to all eligible contingent and temporary associates. Click Apply Now to submit your application or call us at 813.888.7508 to learn more. You can also apply in person at our office located at: Automation Personnel Services Tampa Branch 3918 West Hillsborough Ave. Tampa, FL 33614 Bonus Opportunity! We are also offering a $50.00 referral bonus. Both employee and referral must stay on assignment for 30 days to receive the payout . About Automation Personnel Services Automation Personnel Services is a highly recognized staffing agency with over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and light-industrial staffing.
Our accolades include:
1 1 -time consecutive winner of the ClearlyRated ® Best of Staffing Client Award (2016-202 6 ). Winner of the ClearlyRated ® Best of Staffing Talent Award (2019-202 6 ). Recipient of the Safety Standard of Excellence Award by the American Staffing Association. Named one of the Best Staffing Companies to Work For by CIO Views Magazine. Named one of America's Best Temp Staffing Firms by Forbes (2025). Consistently ranked among the top U.S. staffing agencies by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Get that New Job Feeling! Apply Today! Equal Opportunity Employer APS Tampa

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Other Retirement and Savings
  • Health Insurance