Prep / Line Cook (FT) - Givens Communities

Why join Givens? Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults.  We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach.  Givens Communities promotes Diversity and Belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect.  We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources.  Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

• Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost
• Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
• On-sight meal & uniform allowances
• Paid time off (PTO) w/ immediate access to 5 PTO days before your 90 days!
• Referral bonus program
• 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products
• Over 5 miles of hiking trails to explore and access to our brand new fitness center and pool
• Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities
• Plus so much more! 

Givens Gerber Park, a nonprofit affordable senior housing community in south Asheville, is hiring a full-time Line Cook for our on-site Café. Reporting to the Café Supervisor, this position is Monday through Friday, 7 am - 3:30 pm. The Line Cook will join a supportive and creative team dedicated to providing high-quality food and service to residents and guests of the community. 

What you'll do:

• Provides creative input for all menus and recipes
• Prepare and serve high-quality Café menu items 
• Maintain the highest degree of sanitation, cleanliness, and food safety
• Completes weekly cleaning tasks and opening/closing duties as assigned
• Manage time to stay efficient and effective to produce food in timely manner
• Assist with ensuring that services are meeting and exceeding resident, guest, and team member expectations
• Reviews menus and prep lists to determine the type and quantities of menu items to be prepared
• Follow cooking schedule assigned by lead cook so that the finished product reaches the consumer at peak quality
• Follows standardized recipes developed and maintained leadership
• Safely operate all available equipment as directed by the manufacturer
• Regularly taste test menu items for flavor and texture throughout the cooking process
• Transfers or oversees the transfer of menu items from the cooking area to the serving area
• Makes recommendations for menu or recipe changes, especially when needed to prevent foods from spoiling
• Follow first-in first-out protocol 

 What you'll need:

• 1+ years experience in food service operations
• Be thoroughly familiar with foods and preparation methods
• Knowledge of proper methods and cooking temperatures for best utilization in yield of meats and other foods
• Knowledge of and an appreciation for principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment
• Grill, sauté, sauces & soups, and meat & fish fabrication experience
• Knowledge of proper temperatures and storage techniques
• Experience preparing and serving meals in an appealing and appetizing manner
• Must complete and pass ServSafe food handler training within 3 months of hire if not current

Compensation is $20 per hour, plus our comprehensive benefits package.

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.