Cook - Full Time

Vitality Living; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO plan

Monthly and quarterly perfect attendance bonuses

401(k)

Job summary

Vitality Living in Hendersonville is hiring a full-time Cook to prepare nutritious meals and maintain kitchen cleanliness. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of cooking experience in institutional or full-service settings, strong communication skills, and a food handler permit. This role offers various benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a generous PTO plan. Join our vibrant community and make a difference in the lives of our residents.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Have at least two years of experience in institutional or full-service restaurant cooking.
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written.
• Maintain a food handler permit and any other certifications as required by state regulations.
• Understand food safety procedures and sanitation measures.

Responsibilities

• Review menus and daily food production records for instructions.
• Prepare nutritious and attractive meals according to company menus.
• Adhere to proper procedures for covering, dating, labeling, and storing food.
• Clean kitchen after meals according to the cleaning schedule.
• Attend and participate in onboarding and training as requested.

Skills

Cooking skills

Communication skills

Food safety knowledge

Job description

Description

Join Our Team at Vitality Living as a Cook at our Vitality Living Hendersonville Community! Are you looking for a job where you can make a real difference? A career that allows you to positively impact the lives of others every single day? If so, we want YOU to be part of our mission to make the world a better place.

At Vitality Living, we are more than just a place of work; we are a vibrant community dedicated to creating meaningful experiences for our residents, families, and team members. Everyone is encouraged and celebrated for being themselves. Join us today and bring your individuality along!

Responsibilities

• Review menus and daily food production records for instructions
• Prepare nutritious, appetizing, and attractive meals according to company menus
• Adhere to proper procedures for covering, dating, labeling, and storing food promptly
• Clean kitchen after meals according to the cleaning schedule, including preparation and service areas, pots and pans, surfaces, walls, and floors
• Attend and participate in onboarding and annual training, in-services, and team member meetings as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Culinary Services Director or Sous Chef

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• Have at least two years of experience in institutional or full-service restaurant cooking
• Demonstrate ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and written
• Maintain a food handler permit and any other certifications as required by state or provincial regulations
• Understand food safety procedures (e.g., temperature safety), sanitation of equipment measures, and storage techniques
• Meet state or provincial health-related requirements

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous PTO plan
• Monthly and quarterly perfect attendance bonuses
• 401(k)

Job Details

Full‑time

Equal Opportunity Statement

Vitality Living is an equal opportunity employer where you can be you, be vibrant, and belong.