Line Cook (Full-Time)
Line Cook (Full-Time)
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Givens Estates - Asheville NC
Why join Givens Givens 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 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.
What youll get:
- Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost (Free basic coverage for full-time team members!)
- Free short-term disability life insurance & access to our employee assistance program
- On-sight meal & uniform allowances
- Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 PTO days before your 90 days!
- Referral bonus program
- 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
- Plus so much more!
The Dining Services Department atGivens Estates a continuing care retirement community in Asheville is searching for a full-time Cook to join our knowledgeable and supportive culinary team. This cook position is slightly unique with the largest responsibility in this position being mainly focused on Pizza! You will help support the rest of our Independent Living Dining Team in a variety of other ways but Pizza Cook will be the main priority. This position will have a unique opportunity to channel their knowledge skills ambition and experience while working in various areas of our dining department in a meaningful way that directly impacts the lives of our residents and team members.
Schedule for this position will be Monday - Friday working 11am-7:30pm
What youll do:
- Collaborate with the executive chef to review menus recipes and prep lists to determine type and quantities of menu items to be prepared
- Interacting and communicating with residents and guests regarding pizza orders and preferences
- Plan cooking schedule so that the finished product reaches the consumer at peak quality
- Cook and present food for residents guests and team members
- Fulfilling catering orders for events on campus
- Improving the fine dining experience of residents
- Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor
What youll need:
- 6 months experience in food service operations
- Be thoroughly familiar with foods and preparation methods
- Knowledge of proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization in yield of meats and other foods
- Ability to time 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
- Grill saut sauces & soups and meat & fish fabrication experience
- Experience preparing and serving meals in an appealing and appetizing manner
Compensation: $20.00 - $21.00 based on background and experience plus our comprehensive benefits package!
Still curious about what Givens is all aboutIts kind of a long story but at our core were a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC. We already havefour communities(two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.
Employment Type
Full-Time
