Line Cook

Location: Lewis Center

When you work at The Avalon of Lewis Center, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What's more, you are part of an extraordinary company - one that's investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don't just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!

The Avalon of Lewis Center is recruiting for a hospitality focused Cook to join our team! This position is responsible for full-scope, hands on production cooking in the Community Culinary Services Department. Is responsible for maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times.

Benefits are available and vary by employment status. Some benefits offered are:

* Eligible for health benefits on the first of the month following 30 days of continuous employment!

* Vision & Dental insurance

* Life insurance

* Retirement plan/ 401K

* Tuition reimbursement

* PTO/ sick time off

* Holiday pay

* Free meal for staff

* Employee Recognition Program

Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a Line Cook:

* Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.

* Responsible for adhering to food quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times.

* Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure.

* Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency.

* Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production.

* Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary.

* Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service.

* Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment.

* Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy.

Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:

* High school diploma

* Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience

Pay starts at $17/ hour

We're actively seeking candidates who not only resonate with our hospitality promises but also embody them in every interaction:

* We greet you warmly, by name and with a smile.

* We treat everyone with courteous respect.

* We anticipate your needs and act accordingly.

* We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.

* We hold ourselves and one another accountable.

* We make you feel important.

* We embrace and value our differences.

* We ask, "Is there anything else I can do for you?"

* We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.

* We pay attention to details.

If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!

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