Part-Time Cook

Do you love to cook? We have just the role for you!  Spring Arbor Senior Living is seeking a Cook in Kinston, NC. We are looking for a self-starter to support the Food Service team and provide an exceptional dining experience for our residents. 

Along with offering the best dining experience while making delicious, desirable, and healthy foods for our residents, the Cook is responsible for ensuring quality standards in all food preparation protocol, required by Spring Arbor policies and state licensure and health regulations. Another great perk is building rapport with staff while maintaining a positive and social environment for our residents.

Wages starting at $15.13/hr,. higher wages for more experience!

Schedule: 6:30am-2:00pm or 11am-6:30pm (2-3 days a week) and every other weekend

WHAT WE OFFER!

• Competitive pay
• Vision & Dental Coverage
• Supplemental Insurance such as short-term, long-term disability and life insurance 
• Birthday Celebration – Paid Day Off – Full and Part Time Team Members
• 401(k) Retirement with immediate vesting!

WHAT YOU WILL DO!

• Prepare delectable food that is appealing in appearance and presentation
• Adhere to careful handling foods during preparation and cooking activities to make sure sanitation practices are followed.
• Document concerns, suggestions, or menu changes to both staff and residents.
• Assist with serving food during mealtimes as well as clearing tables.
• Proper and timely cleaning of all utensils and dishes 
• Ensuring resident safety by cleaning areas and floors.
• Adhere to infection control, foodborne illness prevention, harmful chemical handling sanitation, and fire and safety procedures.   

WHO WE WANT!

We seek team members who share our values of serving with character, gratitude, purpose, and heart! Our ideal candidate will also have the skills and experience indicated below. If this sounds like you, apply today!!

• High School degree or equivalent preferred, 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.
• 3 years’ experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or service environment preferred
• Culinary arts experience preferred
• CPR, First-Aid, Serv-Safe certifications preferred
• Enthusiastic team members to assist with food preparation in a timely manner using your creative cooking and presentation skills. 
• Knowledgeable in understanding of safety and disinfection requirements
• Outgoing, well-groomed individual, with pleasant, friendly, and helpful demeanor 

WHO WE ARE!

Just as a family makes a house a home, our family of dedicated professionals makes Spring Arbor a place where our residents feel loved, like an extension of the family. Spring Arbor has continued to build on its successes, owning and operating 24 senior living communities throughout Virginia, North Carolina, and Maryland. From Residential Assisted Living to Memory Care, our team nurtures each resident's independence by promoting dignity and choice in a setting of compassionate care. Join our team and work with us here. You’ll love it! To learn more about our organization, please visit www.springarborliving.com. 

Spring Arbor Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.