Line Cook

Line CookSalary Range $17.00 - $19.00OverviewGivens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Communities promotes an environment of inclusion and belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.BenefitsMedical, Dental, and Vision plans available, with access to our on-site wellness clinic401(k) retirement plan with a 50% match, up to 4%Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and access to free life insurance through The HartfordEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) with free access to personal and mental health supportTuition reimbursement and professional career growth programsPaid time off (PTO)Plus, so much more!Job DescriptionThe Culinary team at Aldersgate is currently hiring for Full-Time Line Cook's to help support our Gatehouse 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/AvailabilityFull-Time5:00 a - 1:30 p + Weekends7:00 a - 3:30 p + Weekends10:30 a to 8:30 p + Weekends11:00 a to 7:30 pm + WeekendsJob ResponsibilitiesPrepare food items, preparation equipment, small wares, plate ware, food ingredients, garnishes and supply items needed for effective operationsMaintains the highest degree of sanitation, cleanliness and food safety for work areaFollow menus provided, making changes only with the consent of the culinary leadershipPlan cooking schedule so that the finished product reaches the consumer at peak qualityWork directly with residents, team members, and guests to ensure expectations are being met or exceededFulfilling catering orders for events on campusPerform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as needed basis by an authorized supervisorQualifications2 Years of experience in food service operationsKnowledge of proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization in yield of meats and other foodsAbility to time the cooking of vegetables so that their nutritional quality, flavor, and appearance are preservedAbility to accurately estimate quantities of food needed and yields from bulk foodsKnowledge of and an appreciation for principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipmentExperience preparing and serving meals in an appealing and appetizing mannerCompensation: $17.00 to $19.00 per hourStill 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.