Healthcare Cook - FT

Givens Communities; Black Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Givens Highland Farms is seeking a full-time cook to join their Health Services dining team. The role involves preparing nutritious meals for residents and staff, ensuring dietary needs are met, and maintaining food safety standards. This position offers a competitive hourly wage and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Three major medical health insurance plans

Paid time off (PTO)

403(b) retirement plan with matching

Educational assistance & professional development

Qualifications

• Minimum six months experience in quantity food service.
• At least 3 months of supervised on-the-job training.
• Thorough knowledge of food and preparation methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious meals for residents, visitors, and staff.
• Inspect stored foods and check cooking equipment for safety.
• Adhere to dietary restrictions and coordinate with dietitians.

Skills

Food preparation methods

Understanding dietary needs

Cooking temperatures knowledge

Education

High School diploma or GED

Technical or vocational training

Job description

Givens Highland Farms - Black Mountain, NC

Why join Givens?

Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Communities promotes inclusion and belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously seek innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward-thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose-driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from, with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost (Free basic coverage for full-time team members!)
• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
• Steady work through any crisis such as hurricanes or pandemics
• Paid time off (PTO) with immediate access to 5 PTO days before 90 days!
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products
• Opportunities for advancement in a fast-growing nonprofit
• Plus so much more!

Position Overview

Givens Highland Farms is seeking a full-time cook to support our Health Services dining team. Your primary responsibility will be to prepare nutritious and appealing meals for residents, visitors, and staff during breakfast and lunch, including assisting with meal prep for upcoming meals. This role requires a passion for cooking, understanding dietary needs in healthcare, and the ability to work efficiently and independently in a fast-paced environment. The schedule is 5 days a week, from 5:30 am to 2:00 pm, with weekend availability required.

Responsibilities

1. Review menus and prep/pull lists to determine the types and quantities of food to prepare.
2. Follow provided menus, making adjustments only with approval, and suggest new menu items to management.
3. Inspect stored foods and meats, check cooking equipment for safety, sanitation, and temperature standards.
4. Prepare ingredients and perform pre-preparation tasks before final cooking.
5. Complete weekly cleaning tasks and other duties as assigned by leadership.
6. Adhere to dietary restrictions and needs of residents, including special diets like low-sodium, diabetic, gluten-free, etc.
7. Coordinate with dietitians and kitchen staff to ensure compliance with meal plans.
8. Perform additional duties as needed.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Technical or vocational training is a plus but not required
• At least 3 months of supervised on-the-job training
• Minimum six months experience in quantity food service
• Thorough knowledge of food and preparation methods
• Understanding of proper cooking temperatures for meats and other foods

Compensation & Benefits

Hourly wage ranges from $20.00 to $21.00, based on experience, plus an additional $0.75 for active ServSafe certification, along with our comprehensive benefits package.