1st Shift Cook - Full-Time 1st Shift

19 - $20 per hour

About the Role As our Cook, you'll play a key role in delivering exceptional lunch and dinner experiences in our scratch-based kitchen. You'll safely and efficiently prepare a variety of entrees and sides, ensuring each plate is high-quality, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as important, you'll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming dining environment. Must be at least 18 years of age or older.

Ability to work a consistent schedule of Thursday-Monday before lunch through dinner and willing to work the AM shift as needed.

Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.

Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.

Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sauteing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.

Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end-of-day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.

Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.

Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish-machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Legal & Identity Theft Protection
• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide

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