Line Cook

Erickson senior Living; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior living is seeking passionate Line Cooks to join their culinary team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work in a fine dining environment, preparing high-quality meals that directly impact residents' satisfaction. Enjoy a quality work-life balance with shifts ending before 9 PM, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive team atmosphere. With a focus on scratch cooking and culinary excellence, this position is perfect for those looking to grow in a stable and rewarding career. Join a community that values your skills and creativity in the kitchen!

Benefits

Free meal each shift

Discounted medical and dental benefits

Education assistance

401k with company contribution

Onsite medical centers

Training and career opportunities

Top-of-the-line culinary equipment

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year cook to order experience required.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals and menu items following safety and cooking techniques.
• Ensure proper portioning, plating, and presentation of meals.
• Cook high-quality menu items to enhance resident satisfaction.

Skills

Culinary skills

Cooking techniques

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Tallgrass Creek by Erickson Senior Living

Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre continuing care retirement community located in Overland Park, just minutes from Kansas City and the Kansas and Missouri border. We’re part of a growing network of communities managed and developed by Erickson Senior Living, a national provider of senior living and health care with campuses in 11 states—and growing.

We are hiring Line Cooks who can bring their passion for great food, teamwork, andculinary experience to our fine dining restaurants. Our Signature Dining program embraces scratch cooking and chef-inspired culinary creations that set us apart from our competitors.

How you will make an impact :

• Work with a dining team that makes a difference in our residents’ lives every day.
• Consistently prepare all meals and menu items according to proper safety and cooking techniques.
• Assure the proper portioning, plating, temperature, and presentation of meals.
• Use your culinary talents to cook high-quality menu items that drive resident satisfaction.

Compensation : Up to $20.00 per hour; based on experience.

Sign-On Bonus : $1,500 Full-Time

Free meal each shift

What we offer :

• Quality of life - not your typical late night restaurant hours. Most of our restaurant employees are out before 9 PM!
• Discounted medical and dental benefits available to employees working 30+ hours.
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement, and student loan refinancing partnership programs are available.
• 401k for all employees 18 and over. Company contribution up to 3% once eligible.
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all employees over 18 years of age.
• Training and career opportunities in a high-growth, stable company
• Top-of-the-line culinary equipment, safe and clean kitchen environment
• Free onsite parking at all of our communities and corporate offices

What you will need :

• High school diploma or GED
• Minimum of 1 year cook to order experience
• Weekend and holiday availability

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.