Line Cook

Line Cook

Join Our Hilltop Harvest Restaurant Dining Services Team!

Hilltop Harvest Restaurant at Alderfer, located inside The Community at Rockhill, is looking for a dependable and experienced Line Cook to join our Dining Services team. In this role, you'll prepare high-quality meals for residents, guests, and team members while helping create an enjoyable dining experience in our senior living community. If you take pride in preparing delicious food, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and working as part of a team, we'd love to hear from you.

We offer Excellent Benefits including: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, including free telemedicine Health Savings Account (HSA) with generous employer contributions and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses Retirement: 401 (k) with employer matching, Credit Union Membership Employer-paid Life Insurance Generous tuition reimbursement program and Scholarship Opportunities Paid Time Off (starts accruing Day 1) Company Paid Short Term Disability Employee discount at our on-site cafe and various discount programs Employee Assistance Program for your household Accident Plan, Hospital Indemnity, Critical Care and Recovery, and Allstate Identity Protection Plans Complimentary access to our pool and fitness facility

POSITION SUMMARY: This position is responsible for the preparation of hot and cold food items using a variety of production tools, techniques, and equipment. Perform duties in compliance with established Company policies and procedures and in a professional manner.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read, understand, and follow recipes and production sheets when preparing meals.
• Adjust recipes for amounts as needed.
• Prepare all food indicated by the production sheet according to recipe and standards.
• Ensure the correct quality of food is produced and correct portion sizes are served.
• Food is ready to serve on time.
• Food is batch cooked when appropriate to ensure the best quality.
• Use appropriate food presentation techniques.
• Utilize wholesome ingredients. Inspect ingredients and do not allow poor quality food to be produced and served.
• Taste all food (including altered diets) before serving and adjust as needed.
• Prepare special and therapeutic diets as needed.
• Maintain food storage areas properly by labeling, properly sealing and dating all items.
• Follow safety precautions when using and cleaning equipment. Alert management of any problems, concerns and malfunctions.
• Adhere to all standards of food safety when handling food products.
• Use the clean as you go philosophy keeping workstation clean throughout the day.
• Maintain food cost control.
• Deliver and/or serve food to the appropriate areas.
• Perform clean-up responsibilities as assigned.
• Perform quality assurance monitor, i.e., check and record food and refrigeration temperatures. Alert management if temperatures are outside of guidelines.
• Achieve customer satisfaction with food prepared.
• Participate in continuing education programs and attend scheduled meetings and in-services.
• Adhere to department standard of dress.
• Perform other duties as required.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience as a line cook, cook, or similar food service position preferred.
• Knowledge of basic cooking techniques and kitchen equipment.
• Understanding of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow recipes, production sheets, and dietary instructions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining quality and attention to detail.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Dependable attendance and a positive attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 40 pounds.
• Ability to work in a kitchen environment with varying temperatures, including heat from cooking equipment.

Why Join Our Team? Meaningful work supporting the comfort and safety of our residents Supportive team environment Competitive pay and benefits package Opportunities to grow your skills and career Apply today and become part of a team that helps make our community feel like home!

EOE STATEMENT: We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will consider applicants for this position without regard to any category protected by applicable federal, state or local law, including but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status or uniformed service member status.