Lead Cook

Job Location: The Pines at Davidson - Davidson, NC 28036 We offer competitive pay and benefits. Be appreciated for what you do, all on a beautiful campus with a family atmosphere. The Pines at Davidson is hiring a Lead Cook to create innovative, delicious meals for a high-end dining experience. The Lead Cook supports the daily culinary operations of The Pines at Davidson by leading food production activities, ensuring quality and consistency, and providing day-to-day guidance to culinary team members. The Lead Cook reports directly to the Sous Chef and assists in delivering exceptional dining experiences for residents, team members, guests and vendors. If you fit this description and you are ready to grow, we would love for you to apply for one of our full-time or part-time positions. About The Pines at Davidson The Pines at Davidson is a premier continuing care retirement community serving seniors who are living their best lives in a supportive and comprehensive residential and healthcare care setting. From our fitness room with a heated swimming pool to our social activities to our multiple dining options, The Pines is a place where you will be proud to work alongside our many dedicated top‑of‑the‑industry team members. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off and more for full‑time members. Who you are Previous experience as a Cook, Lead Cook, or similar culinary position. Experience in senior living, hospitality, healthcare, restaurant or club dining preferred. Knowledge of food preparation techniques and food safety regulations. Strong organizational and communication skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced environment. SERV Safe Certification preferred or ability to obtain. High School Diploma. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Lead daily food preparation and production activities during assigned shifts. Prepare and cook menu items according to recipes, portion standards, and presentation guidelines. Ensure quality, consistency, and timeliness of meal service. Assist with special events, catering functions, and resident programs. Support proper food handling, storage, labeling, and sanitation procedures. Monitor production levels and communicate inventory needs to the Sous Chef and Executive Chef. Assist with training new culinary team members on recipes, procedures, and service standards. Serve as a shift leader when assigned and provide directions to cooks and kitchen support team members. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Good or corrected vision. Ability to endure prolonged periods of standing, reaching, stooping. Ability to endure temperature changes in walk‑in cooler, walk‑in freezer, and meal service over steam tables. Ability to touch/serve fish and shellfish. Ability to lift 40 lbs. Repetitive use of hands. Writing, keyboarding, speaking on phone and in person, reading computer monitor, hearing spoken questions and comments. Job Type Full‑time Benefits Health insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Retirement 403(b) Long‑term Disability insurance Paid time off Life Insurance Free Parking Restaurant Types Bar Casual dining restaurant Fast casual restaurant Fine dining restaurant Qualifications The Lead Cook must possess the experience, skills, and certifications listed above to successfully lead culinary operations and deliver high‑quality dining experiences in a senior living environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr