Cook

Live Well Healthcare Solutions; Boone (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Insurance Benefits

Job summary

Live Well Healthcare Solutions and Appalachian Brian Estates Senior Living are seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents. You will follow standardized recipes, plate dishes attractively, and support kitchen operations to ensure timely service.

The role emphasizes kitchen sanitation, inventory management, and adapting to special events. Weekend availability is required, and full-time employees receive PTO and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in meal preparation and presentation is preferred.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Must be available to work every other weekend.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation and culinary excellence following standardized recipes.
• Plate and garnish cooked items for attractive presentation.
• Serve as liaison for the Dietary Manager during their absence.
• Maintain high sanitation standards in the kitchen and on equipment.
• Manage inventory, stock rotation, and assist with purchasing.
• Handle last-minute culinary requests for special events.

Job description

Live Well Healthcare Solutions

Appalachian Brian Estates Senior Living

Cook – Nursing Facility

About Us

At Live Well Healthcare Solutions, we take immense personal pride in serving our communities through dedicated Dietary, Housekeeping, and Laundry services. The high standards of excellence we maintain reflect our core commitment to care. We take pride in being there for our employees—whatever they need, whatever it takes. If you are seeking an exciting and rewarding career opportunity in healthcare hospitality, Live Well Healthcare Solutions is the place for you!

Position Overview & Key Responsibilities

• Meal Preparation & Culinary Excellence: Accurately and efficiently prepare, portion, and cook a variety of nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner following standardized recipes.
• Plating & Presentation: Plate and garnish all cooked items expertly to ensure an attractive menu presentation.
• Leadership Support: Act as a liaison for the Dietary Manager during their absence to ensure seamless meal prep and delivery.
• Kitchen Sanitation: Maintain high sanitation standards by thoroughly cleaning the kitchen and all culinary equipment before and after food service.
• Inventory & Recipe Management: Manage inventory, handle stock rotation, assist with purchasing, and ensure recipe development and compliance.
• Special Events: Flexibly handle last-minute culinary requests for special events and facility functions.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-time Employees
• Insurance Benefits for Full-time Employees

**MUST BE AVAILABLE TO WORK EVERY OTHER WEEKEND.

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