Line Cook- Upscale Senior Dining (Glenaire)

Kintura; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Low-cost health insurance (medical,{

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan eligibility

Wellness Center access

Employee referral program

Team-oriented workplace

Mission-driven organization

Job summary

Glenaire in Cary, NC is hiring a full-time Line Cook to join our culinary team. Pay starts at $18.50/hour. The role requires weekend availability and 40 hours per week in a professional kitchen.

You’ll prepare fresh meals for residents, follow recipes, and work closely with chefs to ensure consistency, quality, and service. This position emphasizes teamwork and adherence to safety standards in a hospital/retirement community setting.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience on a kitchen line or in a similar role.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Commitment to food safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals according to recipes and schedules.
• Work the hot line, ensure proper temperatures and presentation.
• Taste and check foods for quality and consistency.
• Follow safe food-handling, sanitation, and storage procedures.
• Keep all kitchen areas clean and organized.
• Operate and care for kitchen equipment as needed.
• Support with inventory, ordering, and supplies.

Skills

Line cook experience

English communication

Teamwork

Food safety

Tools

Commercial kitchen equipment

Job description

Glenaire | Cary, NC
Full-Time | 40 Hours Per Week | Weekend Availability Required

Love Cooking but Want Something More Stable Than Restaurant Life?

Glenaire is looking for an experienced Line Cook to join our culinary team! If you enjoy preparing great food, working with a strong team, and taking pride in what comes out of your kitchen, we’d love to meet you. Pay starting at $18.50/hour.

At Glenaire, you’ll prepare fresh, high-quality meals for our residents in a professional kitchen environment where consistency, teamwork, and service matter.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. Candidates must be available to work weekends and holidays.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare high-quality meals according to standardized recipes and production schedules
• Work the hot line while ensuring food is cooked properly, served at the correct temperature, and presented attractively
• Taste and check prepared foods for quality and consistency
• Follow safe food-handling, sanitation, and storage procedures
• Keep workstations, refrigerators, storage areas, and kitchen equipment clean and organized
• Properly operate and care for kitchen equipment
• Assist with food production planning, receiving, inventory, and supplies as needed
• Communicate equipment or maintenance concerns promptly
• Work closely with chefs and other culinary team members to provide excellent service
• Maintain a clean, safe, professional kitchen environment

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years of general cooking experience OR 1 year of institutional/high-volume cooking experience
• Experience working on a kitchen line
• Knowledge of commercial kitchen equipment and safe food-handling practices
• Ability to follow recipes and produce consistent, high-quality food
• Dependable, organized, and able to work well as part of a team
• Strong attention to quality, cleanliness, and food safety
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English
• Availability to work weekends, holidays, and varying shifts as needed
• Experience with therapeutic diets is a plus

Why Join Glenaire?

Glenaire is a Continuing Care Retirement Community dedicated to enriching the lives and touching the hearts of those we serve. Our culinary team plays an important part in creating an exceptional experience for our residents every day.

We offer:

• Paid Time Off
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance at a low cost for you and your family
• Disability and life insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) retirement plan eligibility
• Access to our Wellness Center and free wellness programs
• Employee referral program
• A supportive, team-oriented workplace
• A mission-driven organization where your work makes a difference