PM Cook

RESORT LIFESTYLE COMMUNITIES

Chattanooga (TN)

On-site

USD 19,000 - 25,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Pay-on-demand access

Benefit stipend for health, dental, V/

Paid Time Off

401(k) with employer match

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities, Inc. is hiring a Cook in Chattanooga to deliver lunch and dinner in a scratch-based kitchen. You will prepare entr es and sides, ensure plate quality, and build warm relationships with residents and staff in a welcoming dining environment.

You will maintain kitchen safety and cleanliness, support opening/closing tasks, and help stock and rotate pantry items while providing attentive service during meal periods.

Qualifications

Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking preferred.
Ability to secure food handler permits within two weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

Prepare and present high-quality dishes using broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing.
Maintain clean, organized stations and ensure safety and sanitation.
Open and close the kitchen, support teammates, and cover service line during meals.

Skills

Teamwork

Food preparation

English literacy

Adaptability

Job description

As our Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering exceptional lunch and dinner experiences in our scratch‑based kitchen. You’ll safely and efficiently prepare a variety of entrées and sides, ensuring each plate is high‑quality, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as important, you’ll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming dining environment.

What We’re Looking For

Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
Ability to work a consistent schedule of Thursday-Monday before lunch through dinner and willing to work the AM shift as needed.
Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.
Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare and present high‑quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end‑of‑day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish‑machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

Competitive compensation and benefits
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$341 benefit stipend per pay period to apply toward:
- Health, Dental, Vision
- Life Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- HSA, FSA, LSA
- Accident & Hospital Indemnity
- Legal & Identity Theft Protection
Paid Time Off
401(k) with employer match