Culinary Production Specialist

2 weeks ago


Asheville, North Carolina, United States Givens Communities Full time

About Givens Communities: Givens Communities is dedicated to being a positive influence and advocate for older adults. Our mission focuses on enhancing the possibilities of aging by enriching lives through our communities, services, and outreach efforts.

We are committed to promoting Diversity and Belonging, ensuring that our words align with our actions, and that every individual is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect.

Our innovative approaches aim to achieve sustainability goals while protecting our natural resources. We strive to maintain a forward-thinking and progressive environment that supports our residents in leading purpose-driven lives.

Benefits:

  • Choice of three major medical health insurance plans, including dental and vision coverage at no extra cost.
  • Complimentary short-term disability, life insurance, and access to our employee assistance program.
  • On-site meal and uniform allowances.
  • Paid time off (PTO) with immediate access to 5 PTO days.
  • Referral bonus program.
  • 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% match.
  • Educational assistance and professional development opportunities.
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) and access to AFLAC and Prudential Life insurance products.
  • Access to over 5 miles of hiking trails and a brand new fitness center and pool.
  • Opportunities for advancement within a fast-growing nonprofit organization.

Position Overview: The Dining Services Team at Givens Estates is seeking a full-time Culinary Production Specialist for our dining venue and production kitchen. Our team is passionate about utilizing fresh, local, and sustainable ingredients to deliver high-quality meals to our community.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Prepare, cook, and plate a diverse range of dishes following standardized recipes and menu guidelines, ensuring consistency in flavor and presentation.
  • Collaborate with the executive sous chef to review menus, recipes, and prep lists to determine the types and quantities of menu items to be prepared.
  • Safely and efficiently operate and maintain kitchen equipment and appliances, reporting any malfunctions to management.
  • Work closely with kitchen staff to ensure timely service, maintaining effective communication during meal preparation and service.
  • Adhere to all health and safety regulations, including proper sanitation practices and food handling procedures.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum of two years of relevant work experience.
  • Knowledge of proper cooking methods and temperatures to optimize yield of meats and other foods.
  • Ability to time the cooking of vegetables to preserve their nutritional quality, flavor, and appearance.
  • Capability to accurately estimate food quantities needed and yields from bulk foods.
  • Understanding of sanitation and safety principles in food handling and equipment usage.

Compensation for this role is $21.00 per hour, complemented by our comprehensive benefits package. Givens Communities is a senior housing organization committed to providing housing for seniors from all socioeconomic backgrounds.



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