Line Cook - FT
The Dining Services Department at Givens Highland Farms, a continuing care retirement community in Black Mountain, is hiring for a full-time Line Cook to join our knowledgeable and supportive culinary team. In our brand new, state of the art kitchen we do from-scratchcooking. The schedule for this position is roughly 10:30am - 7:30pm, with one weekend day required.
What you'll do:
- Collaborate with the executive chef to review menus, recipes, and prep lists to determine type and quantities of menu items to be prepared
- 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 you'll 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, sauté, create sauces & soups, and meat & fish cooking experience
- Experience preparing and serving meals in an appealing and appetizing manner
Compensation: $20.50 - $21.50 per hour, plus includes our comprehensive benefits package!