Line Cook: Creative Prep, Growth & Great Benefits

Civitas Senior Living; Kilgore (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Next Day Pay Access

Work-Life Balance

Exclusive Discounts

Referral Rewards

Career Growth

Continued Learning

Comprehensive Benefits

Awards & Recognition

Job summary

Civitas Senior Living's Arabella of Kilgore community is seeking a Cook who loves crafting meals, plating with flair, and delivering top‑notch cuisine for residents. Join a team devoted to flavor, care, and teamwork in a supportive kitchen.

You will follow recipes, maintain temperature and sanitation records, manage inventory with the Chef, and help organize the kitchen while upholding hygiene standards. Ongoing training and growth opportunities are available, with benefits and a welcoming work

Qualifications

• Have experience as a Cook or Chef in a restaurant or similar setting.
• Embrace positivity, endurance, and continuous learning.
• Value quality, creativity, and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare assigned meals following established recipes and gastronomic standards; plating and presentation.
• Maintain temperature charts and food safety records; adhere to sanitation protocols and quality control.
• Notify the Chef of inventory needs and participate in streamlined kitchen operations.
• Uphold Civitas standards in personal grooming and kitchen hygiene.
• Assist in organizing the kitchen, food storage, dish room, and other culinary areas to foster collaboration.
• Ensure a first‑in, first‑out food rotation system with proper dating and organization.
• Assist Chef Manager/F&B Director to grow kitchen efficiency and offer staff training opportunities.
• Follow all sanitation, food handling protocols, safety policies, and meet regulatory requirements.

Job description

Civitas Senior Living's Arabella of Kilgore community is seeking a Cook who loves crafting meals, plating with flair, and delivering top‑notch cuisine for residents. Join a team devoted to flavor, care, and teamwork in a supportive kitchen.

You will follow recipes, maintain temperature and sanitation records, manage inventory with the Chef, and help organize the kitchen while upholding hygiene standards. Ongoing training and growth opportunities are available, with benefits and a welcoming work