The Legacy at Lexington is seeking cooks to assist in the preparation, oversight, and serving of meals. Our cooks are responsible for delivering top notch food service in a high-quality, cutting edge Community. The successful candidates will employ their culinary and managerial skills in order to play a critical role in maintaining and enhancing our residents satisfaction.
Available Shifts:
Full-Time 7a-2p every other weekend.
Requirements
- Maintains a current ServSafe certificate (food services sanitation certificate) or able to participate in the food services sanitation training to become ServSafe certified
- High School diploma or GED accepted
- A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred
- One (1) year job related experience including food preparation, full-line menu items and therapeutic diets
- Must be 16 years or older. In NC, must be 18 years or older if operating power-driven machines such as a meat slicer, mixer, etc.
- Three years’ experience in a healthcare, hospitality or service environment preferred
- Culinary arts experience preferred
- CPR amp; First-Aid certifications preferred
- Ability to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to self or others
- Ability to work well with others and promote a team environment
Responsibilities
- Ability to prepare palatable foods that are appetizing in appearance
- Knowledge of safety and sanitary requirements
- Ability to learn basic tasks and follow written and verbal instructions
- Pleasant, friendly and helpful at all times ensuring proper and timely service
- Well-groomed and ability to follow dress requirements
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental amp; Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k)
- PTO for full time positions
- Short amp; Long Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Career Advancement Opportunities