Line Cook - FT

Line Cook - FT Apply now Job Details Posting Details Posted on May 6, 2026 Locations Showing 1 location Givens Highland Farms 200 Tabernacle Road Black Mountain, NC 28711, USA Givens Highland Farms 200 Tabernacle Road Black Mountain, NC 28711, USA +0 more locations less locations On-site Pay or shift range: $20 USD to $21 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons. Dining services GHF Full-Time Requisition #:

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Description 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 an environment of inclusion 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 basic coverage for full-time team members!) Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program Steady work through any Hurricane, Pandemic, or other crises 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 Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities The Dining Services Department at Givens Highland Farms , a continuing care retirement community in Black Mountain, is hiring for a full-time Line Cook to join our knowledgeable and supportive culinary team. In our brand new, state of the art kitchen we do from-scratch cooking. The schedule for this position is roughly 10:30am - 7:30pm, with one weekend day required. What you'll do: Collaborate with the executive chef to review menus, recipes, and prep lists to determine type and quantities of menu items to be prepared Plan cooking schedule so that the finished product reaches the consumer at peak quality Cook and present food for residents, guests, and team members Fulfilling catering orders for events on campus Improving the fine dining experience of residents Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor What you'll need: 6+ months 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 Ability to time cooking of vegetables so that their nutritional quality, flavor, and appearance are preserved Ability to accurately estimate quantities of food needed and yields from bulk foods Knowledge of and an appreciation for principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling food and equipment Grill, sauté, create sauces & soups, and meat & fish cooking experience Experience preparing and serving meals in an appealing and appetizing manner

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$20.00 - $21.00 per hour, plus includes 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 for more than 50 years. We already have five communities (three life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.

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