Cook II - Experienced Line Cook

Senior Living Communities Careers•Greenville, SC

17h•Onsite

About The Position

At Cascades Verdae, we are a community recognized as a Great Place to Work®, driven by our philosophy of “People First, Always.” We believe our dedicated team is our greatest asset, creating compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions daily. We foster an environment of growth and teamwork where contributions are celebrated, and personal/professional growth is encouraged. Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact. We are seeking an Experienced Line Cook who is responsible for providing exceptional, consistent culinary service to members and residents. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of seniors and want to be part of a team that strives for excellence, we invite you to apply today!

Requirements

Prior line cooking knowledge/experience.
Understand how to properly cook foods to a safe temperature.
Utilize basic cooking techniques (knife cuts, egg cookery, and basic griddle cooking).
Knowledge of therapeutic diets.
Basic kitchen sanitation knowledge.
Know the term “mis en place”.
Familiar with basic kitchen policy and procedures (opening/closing lists, cleaning lists, prep lists).
Familiar with filling out temperature logs for food and equipment, as well as how to calibrate a thermometer.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English fluently.
Ability to meet or exceed the company’s attendance and punctuality standards.
Ability to use miscellaneous software and office equipment.
Ability to understand and follow directions as given.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

Culinary training a plus.

Responsibilities

Working in a collaborative manner with the front and back of the house team members, ensuring compliance with Senior Living Communities’/Wellmore standards for quality, presentation and portion control are met.
Adhere to all proper handling, HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols for all foods and ensure compliance with all relevant food service regulations.
Follow all safety protocols and consistently practice a culture of safety.
Maintain documentation of temperature charts and records.
Maintain an open communication and professional working relationship with all community departments and Home Office support team to ensure residents remain happy and living the Weller Life.
Actively participate in planning and production meetings with the team.
Attend and actively participate in required in-service training and education programs.
Other duties as assigned and directed by the Executive Chef or Director of Dining Services.