Full-time Line Cook

Southminster; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 27,552,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

PTO

Job summary

Southminster, an award-winning retirement community, seeks a full-time Line Cook who loves quality food and has reliable, consistent schedules. The role offers early closing hours and a predictable, balanced workday designed to avoid late-night shifts.

Responsibilities include preparing meals per recipes, maintaining a clean workspace, collaborating with a team, and ensuring safety and sanitation standards. Availability to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of food preparation and line cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook high-quality meals according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation.
• Work collaboratively with a team.
• Follow food safety and sanitation practices.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience for residents and guests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Dependable

Hospitality passion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Join a kitchen where you can do what you love without sacrificing your nights. We're an award‑winning retirement community seeking a full‑time Line Cook who is passionate about quality food and consistent schedules. Unlike traditional restaurant roles, our kitchen closes early which means no late nights, predictable hours, and a better work‑life balance. If you're tired of closing shifts that stretch past midnight, this is your opportunity to build a stable culinary career in a professional environment.

What You'll Do

• Prepare and cook high‑quality meals according to established recipes and standards.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient workstation.
• Work collaboratively with a team that values consistency and excellence.
• Ensure proper food safety and sanitation practices at all times.
• Contribute to a positive dining experience for residents and guests.

What We Offer

• Consistent full‑time schedule.
• Early closing hours—shifts end before 9 PM.
• Competitive, reliable hourly pay.
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, PTO).
• The opportunity to cook with purpose in an award‑winning community.

Minimum Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• One year of food preparation and line cooking kitchen experience.

Ideal Candidate Also Has

• Strong attention to detail and pride in your work.
• Ability to work efficiently in a team setting.
• Dependability and a positive attitude.
• Passion for food and hospitality.

Southminster is open year‑round, which will require availability to work evenings, some weekends, and holidays.

Southminster maintains a drug‑free workplace and requires pre‑employment screening. Employment is contingent upon verification of identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are an equal opportunity employer and participate in E‑Verify. Reasonable accommodations are available to individuals with disabilities during the application and hiring process.