Line Cook

Grand Living; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in senior hospitality is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to elevate the dining experience for residents. This role involves preparing high-quality meals in a fast-paced kitchen, ensuring exceptional food production standards. You'll work under the guidance of the Executive Chef, contributing to a luxurious atmosphere with a focus on personal service. Join a team that values culinary excellence and offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including generous Paid Time Off and affordable insurance options. If you are passionate about cooking and committed to delivering outstanding service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Affordable insurance options

401(k) plan with company match

Free employee meals

Access to Grand Spa & Fitness

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience in a fast-paced kitchen is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand English for effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook food items to enhance Resident experience.
• Maintain quality and quantity of food items prepared.

Skills

Culinary Skills

Food Preparation

Kitchen Equipment Handling

Time Management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary Arts or Culinary Apprenticeship

Tools

Kitchen Equipment

Job description

Tower Place
Grand Living at Tower Place
540 South 51st Street
West Des Moines, IA 50265, USA

Grand Living is changing the way generations embrace life and is quickly becoming an iconic brand in senior hospitality. What began as a vision to create distinctive senior living communities has evolved into a collection of remarkable residences, offering luxury-inspired amenities and extraordinary service to residents and guests. Our communities include gracious apartments, stunning décor, and design excellence at every turn. From the moment you are greeted, you'll experience something far more luxurious than the architecture: our people. Their unparalleled commitment to personal service in every engagement is at the very heart of what we do.

About the Position

As a Line Cook, you will be responsible for enhancing the overall Resident experience through exceptional food production and control of the quality and quantity of all food items prepared in the station, such as meats, vegetables, potatoes, bread products, desserts, etc. The Line Cook is expected to model The Sterling Touch professional, friendly, courteous, helpful, and timely manner, resulting in a very high level of satisfaction for Residents and their guests. The position is under the guidance of the Executive Chef and adheres to Community standards, processes, procedures, practices, and philosophy.

Qualifications and Requirements

The Line Cook must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

• High School Diploma or GED, required.
• Culinary Arts or Culinary Apprenticeship, preferred.
• One or more years of experience cooking in a fast-paced, cook-to-order kitchen, preferred.
• One or more years of experience with scratch cooking, preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English to direct, manage, hire, and train kitchen staff, complete requisitions, read recipes, and communicate effectively with employees, Residents, and guests.
• Sufficient manual dexterity to use all kitchen equipment and utensils (e.g., knives, spoons, spatulas, tongs, slicers, etc.).
• Ability to stand, walk, climb stairs, crouch, bend, stoop, reach, grasp, push, pull, and work continuously without sitting for extended periods.
• Ability to lift or carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform all essential functions within varying temperature ranges.

We offer competitive compensation and a full benefits package for full-time employees, including:

• A generous Paid Time Off (PTO) program offering 120 hours in the first year, increasing to 160 hours in the second year, and continuing to build with length of service.
• Affordable insurance options for medical, dental, vision, and more.
• A 401(k) plan with a 4% company match on a 5% contribution.
• Automatic life insurance and AD&D coverage for all team members, along with a robust employee assistance program (EAP).

PTO is earned at lower rates for part-time staff. Grand Living provides an upscale environment with exquisite cuisine, free employee meals (eligibility required), and access to Grand Spa & Fitness facilities at designated times.

Our motto is "Your Life. Uniquely Embraced." We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating an inclusive and supportive environment where differences are celebrated.

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Education

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