Line Cook

What you'll get:

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost
• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
• Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 PTO days before your 90 days!
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products
• Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities

The Culinary team at Givens Aldersgate is currently hiring for PRN & Full-Time Line Cook's to help support ourGatehouse Dining Venue and Market. We are a creative team that is passionate about using fresh, local, and sustainable products to bring high-quality food to our community. The Line Cook will have a unique opportunity to channel their knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience in a meaningful way that directly impacts the lives of our residents and team members.

• Schedule/Availability:
  
  
  • Full-Time
    
    • Weekdays + Weekends
      
      • 7:00 a to 3:30 p & 11:00 a to 7:30 p
      • 10:30 a to 8:30 p
  • Part-Time
    
    • Weekdays + Weekends
      
      
      • 2:30 p - 8:30 p

What you'll do:

• Prepare food items, preparation equipment, small wares, plate ware, food ingredients, garnishes and supply items needed for effective operations
• Maintains the highest degree of sanitation, cleanliness and food safety for work area
• Follow menus provided, making changes only with the consent of the culinary leadership
• Plan cooking schedule so that the finished product reaches the consumer at peak quality
• Work directly with residents, team members, and guests to ensure expectations are being met or exceeded
• Fulfilling catering orders for events on campus
• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis by an authorized supervisor

What you'll need:

• 2 Years of experience in food service operations
• Knowledge of proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization in yield of meats and other foods
• Ability to time the cooking of vegetables so that their nutritional quality, flavor, and appearance are preserved
• Ability to accurately estimate quantities of food needed and yields from bulk foods
• Knowledge of and an appreciation for principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
• Experience preparing and serving meals in an appealing and appetizing manner

Compensation: $17.00 to $19.00 per hour

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC. We already have five communities (three life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.

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