Line Cook

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 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.

We also have some pretty great benefits:

• 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% match


• Educational assistance & professional development opportunities


• Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products


• Fast-growing nonprofit with tons of advancement opportunities


• Plus so much more! 

The Dining Services team at Givens Estates, a nationally recognized nonprofit life plan community (continuing care retirement community), is hiring 2 Part-time Production Line Cook's to help support our dining venue and production kitchen. We are a creative team that is passionate about using fresh, local, and sustainable products to bring high-quality food to our community. The Production Line Cook will have a unique opportunity to channel their knowledge, skills, ambition, and experience in a meaningful way that directly impacts the lives of our residents and team members. 

Schedule/Availability: Flexible availability needed with weekend availability required

What you'll do:

• Efficiently prepare, cook, and plate a variety of dishes according to standardized recipes and menu guidelines, ensuring consistency in taste and presentation


• In collaboration with the executive sous chef, review menus, recipes, and prep lists to determine type and quantities of menu items to be prepared


• Operate and maintain kitchen equipment and appliances safely and efficiently, including ovens, grills, and mixers, and report any malfunctions to management


• Work closely with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth and timely service, communicating effectively during meal preparation and service times


• Follow all health and safety regulations, including proper sanitation practices, food handling procedures, and the cleaning and maintenance of work areas


• Perform any other duties and/or tasks that may be assigned on an as-needed basis by an authorized supervisor

 What you'll need:

• Two or more years in a similar work experience


• 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

Compensation is $20.00 - $23.00 per hour, based on background and experience, 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 for more than 40 years. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.