Line Cook

Cascades Verdae; Finderne (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO and PTO cashout

Emergency loans

Pay advance

Educational reimbursement

Engaging work environment

Job summary

Laurel Circle is seeking a Line Cook to support our main and satellite kitchens in a senior living community. You will adhere to food sanitation guidelines, manage mise en place, and execute daily recipes while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of experience in a similar role, with culinary training considered a plus and the ability to work 11:00am–7:30pm, including some weekends. Competitive benefits accompany this position.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar position desired.
• Culinary training a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work with front and back of house to meet quality and portion standards.
• Follow HACCP, labeling and storage protocols for foods.
• Maintain temperature records and safety practices.
• Attend training and participate in team meetings.

Skills

Food sanitation

Mis En Place

Knife skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary training

Job description

Description

At Laurel Circle, we're not just a luxury senior living company; we're a community recognized as a Great Place to Work and we take immense pride in that designation. Our philosophy, "People First, Always," underscores everything we do. We believe that our dedicated team is our greatest asset, driving us to create compassionate, respectful, and meaningful interactions every day.

Why Choose Laurel Circle?

• A Culture of Growth and Teamwork: We foster an environment where your contributions are celebrated, and your personal and professional growth is encouraged.
• Make a Difference: Your work will enrich the lives of our residents and fellow team members, creating a lasting positive impact in our community.
• Collaborative Environment: Join a team that values each member's input, promotes collaboration, and strives to create a vibrant and engaging atmosphere.

We’re Looking for a Line Cook:

A Line Cook should be familiar with the main and satellite kitchens, Should know basic food sanitation guidelines, they should know the policies and procedures of the kitchen including but not limited to opening, closing, shopping and prep lists, They should consistently practice Mis En Place on a daily basis, a CDM should have reviewed all of the therapeutic diets and signed off on each of the diets having coached and trained on all of them, a chef should have signed off on their knife cuts and can now execute each on a daily basis, They should be able to produce each of the dishes assigned to them in the Pathway.

What We Offer:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO and PTO cashout program
• Emergency loans
• Chime MyPay at Work pay advance
• Elevate - Educational Reimbursement
• An exceptional work environment that is both engaging and fun

Schedule: 11:00am - 7:30pm (including every other weekend)

Salary Range : $21 - $23/hr.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Working in a collaborative manner with the front and back of the house team members, ensuring compliance with Senior Living Communities'/Wellmore standards for quality, presentation and portion control are met.
• Adhere to all proper handling, HACCP, labeling, and storage protocols for all foods and ensure compliance with all relevant food service regulations.
• Follow all safety protocols and consistently practice a culture of safety.
• Maintain documentation of temperature charts and records.
• Maintain an open communication and professional working relationship with all community departments and Home Office support team to ensure residents remain happy and living the Weller Life.
• Actively participate in planning and production meetings with the team.
• Attend and actively participate in required in-service training and education programs.
• Other duties as assigned and directed by the Executive Chef or Director of Dining Services.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High school graduation or GED required.
• 1-2 years' experience in a similar position desired.
• Culinary training a plus.

All new hires must be able to pass our preemployment screening process, which includes a fitness for duty physical, background check, drug test and employment references as required by a licensed residential care facility.

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