Lead Cook — Elevate Menus, Mentor Kitchen Team

Acts Retirement-Life Communities; Matthews (NC); On-site; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

Acts Retirement-Life Communities is seeking a Lead Cook in Matthews, North Carolina, to join our culinary team. You will prepare meals, follow established recipes, and support kitchen staff to ensure smooth meal service in a senior living setting.

As the Lead Cook, you will assist in training line cooks and prep staff, contributing to our scratch kitchen philosophy and commitment to fresh, healthy options. On-site benefits and growth opportunities are available through our partnering programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Progressive four years in full-service restaurant, catering, healthcare, or related environments.
• ServSafe Certification or willingness to obtain within three months.
• Experience across all cooking stations and methods.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and follow established recipes.
• Support kitchen staff and ensure smooth service for each meal period.
• Assist in training and development of line cooks and prep staff.

Skills

Cooking techniques

Staff training

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ServSafe Certification

Job description

Acts Retirement-Life Communities is seeking a Lead Cook in Matthews, North Carolina, to join our culinary team. You will prepare meals, follow established recipes, and support kitchen staff to ensure smooth meal service in a senior living setting.

As the Lead Cook, you will assist in training line cooks and prep staff, contributing to our scratch kitchen philosophy and commitment to fresh, healthy options. On-site benefits and growth opportunities are available through our partnering programs.