Job description

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Join Our Amazing Dining Services Team as a Line Cook!

Great Opportunity for Culinary Professionals!

We're seeking passionate Line cooks to create exceptional dining experiences for our residents. If you love cooking and want to work in a supportive, professional environment, we want to meet you!

Position Overview

Lead the preparation and service of high-quality meals while maintaining excellent kitchen standards and training new team members. You'll play a key role in ensuring resident satisfaction through outstanding food service.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan and execute daily cooking schedules to ensure timely meal preparation
• Gather ingredients and supplies from storage areas efficiently
• Prepare diverse menu items including meats, gravies, casseroles, vegetables, and desserts following standardized recipes
• Ensure proper seasoning and cooking through consistent taste testing and quality control
• Present food attractively for dining room service and special functions
• Monitor and maintain food availability during service periods
• Keep cooking areas clean and organized according to sanitation procedures
• Properly store and label leftover food items
• Prepare special function meals according to production sheets
• Train and supervise kitchen staff
• Ensure team compliance with department standards (uniforms, attendance, service, safety)

Qualifications

• 3 years cooking experience preferred
• Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently
• Willingness to work flexible schedule including nights, weekends, and holidays
• Physical ability to stand, lift, and work in kitchen environment
• Strong leadership and training abilities
• Food safety knowledge
• Team-oriented mindset

Searstone provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Job Type: Part-time and Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 40 per week

Full-time Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Evening shift

Experience:

• Cooking: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Cary, NC 27513: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person