Cook

True Connection Communities - Verena at Bedford Falls; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

HSA & FSA

Paid Parental Leave

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Industry-leading PTO

Paid Holidays

401k with match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee/Resident Referral Bonuses

Job summary

True Connection Communities is seeking a Cook at Verena at Bedford Falls in Raleigh, NC. The role involves preparing meals in a safe, appetizing manner across shift hours, and supporting dietary standards.

Flexibility is required with 7am–8pm coverage; typical shifts 7am-3:30pm or 11am-7pm. The position emphasizes teamwork, efficiency, and adherence to sanitary guidelines in a fast-paced kitchen.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience in line cook or prep cook roles.
• Knowledge of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment and procedures.
• Ability to work quickly, efficiently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Cleans, cuts, prepares, and cooks meat, fish or poultry to safe temps.
• Prepares and cooks items per menus and dietary needs.
• Bakes breads, rolls, pastries.
• Portions and serves food to residents and guests.
• Washes cooking equipment and utensils.
• Inventories supplies and equipment.
• Assists in determining meals and menus.
• Maintains galley equipment and work areas.

Skills

Proven cooking experience

Team player

Work well under pressure

Fast-paced environment

Food safety knowledge

Education

Culinary school diploma preferred

Job description

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Cook

Full Time Verena at Bedford Falls, Raleigh, NC, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 4135

Salary Range: $20.00 To $22.00 Hourly

True Connection Communities (TCC) is a rapidly growing Senior Housing platform focused on the Active Adult and Independent Living segments of the business. At TCC, every day is an opportunity at our Senior Living Community for all our team members to make lasting connections with each other, residents, and resident’s families in a profound and personal way. At True Connection Communities, you’ll find opportunities to impact lives whether you have direct contact with residents, or support or lead someone who does. For more information on True Connection Communities visit www.trueconnectioncommunities.com .

The Community Cook assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures.

Must have flexible availability, hours of operation 7am-8pm Monday-Sunday. Shifts are typically a 7am-3:30pm or 11am-7pm.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans, cuts, prepares, and cooks meat, fish, or poultry to a safe temperature.
• Prepares and cooks various items according to menus, special dietary or nutritional requirements, or numbers of portions to be served.
• Bakes breads, rolls, and pastries.
• Portions and serves food to residents, guests and team members.
• Washes cooking equipment such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other pieces.
• Inventories supplies and equipment.
• Determines, or assists in determining meals and menus.
• Ensures the cleanliness and functional operation of galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas by routinely cleaning and inspecting each piece.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Basic understanding of food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.
• Culinary school diploma preferred.

Benefits Offered

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Parental Leave, Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Paid Holidays
• 401k program; Including match
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Working Conditions

This position works in a fast-paced kitchen with exposure to heat, flames, cold temperatures, slippery floors and sharp cooking tools. The Cook may work in close contact with others. The Cook must comply with food safety regulations, which include appropriate clothing and protective gear such as hairnets, masks, disposable gloves and slip-resistant shoes.

True Connection Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, or other protected status, as established by Federal or State laws.

True Connection Communities complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

True Connection Communities is a Drug-Free/Smoke-Free Workplace.

True Connection Communities (TCC) is a rapidly growing Senior Housing platform focused on the Active Adult and Independent Living segments of the business. At TCC, every day is an opportunity at our Senior Living Community for all our team members to make lasting connections with each other, residents, and resident’s families in a profound and personal way. At True Connection Communities, you’ll find opportunities to impact lives whether you have direct contact with residents, or support or lead someone who does. For more information on True Connection Communities visit www.trueconnectioncommunities.com .

The Community Cook assists in preparing meals in a safe and appetizing manner in compliance with dietary standards and food-related Community policies and procedures.

Must have flexible availability, hours of operation 7am-8pm Monday-Sunday. Shifts are typically a 7am-3:30pm or 11am-7pm.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Cleans, cuts, prepares, and cooks meat, fish, or poultry to a safe temperature.
• Prepares and cooks various items according to menus, special dietary or nutritional requirements, or numbers of portions to be served.
• Bakes breads, rolls, and pastries.
• Portions and serves food to residents, guests and team members.
• Washes cooking equipment such as pots, pans, dishes, utensils, and other pieces.
• Inventories supplies and equipment.
• Determines, or assists in determining meals and menus.
• Ensures the cleanliness and functional operation of galley equipment, kitchen appliances, and work areas by routinely cleaning and inspecting each piece.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Proven cooking experience, including experience as a line chef, restaurant cook or prep cook
• Excellent understanding of various cooking methods, ingredients, equipment, and procedures
• Basic understanding of food handling techniques, preparation, and cooking procedures.
• Must be able to work quickly and efficiently.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Ability to maintain personal cleanliness.
• Culinary school diploma preferred.

Benefits Offered

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Parental Leave, Short-term & Long-term Disability
• Industry-leading PTO
• Paid Holidays
• 401k program; Including match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee/Resident Referral Bonuses

Working Conditions

This position works in a fast-paced kitchen with exposure to heat, flames, cold temperatures, slippery floors and sharp cooking tools. The Cook may work in close contact with others. The Cook must comply with food safety regulations, which include appropriate clothing and protective gear such as hairnets, masks, disposable gloves and slip-resistant shoes.

True Connection Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V. We are committed to equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, age, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, or other protected status, as established by Federal or State laws.

True Connection Communities complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), to provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.

True Connection Communities is a Drug-Free/Smoke-Free Workplace.