Line Cook

Carnegie Heights at Henderson, a premier Independent Living senior living community in Henderson, Nevada, is seeking a talented and dedicated Cook to join our Dining Services team.

The ideal candidate will have experience in food preparation, a passion for culinary excellence, and a commitment to creating nutritious, appetizing, and attractive meals for residents and guests.

This role is responsible for preparing and serving high-quality meals, maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, supporting kitchen operations, and helping deliver the exceptional dining experience that is a hallmark of our community.

We are proud to provide an engaging lifestyle, exceptional dining experiences, outstanding hospitality, and a vibrant community atmosphere where residents can thrive.

Our team is dedicated to creating meaningful connections and delivering service that exceeds expectations every day.

We are always looking for compassionate, collaborative professionals who are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of seniors.

Every team member at Carnegie Heights plays an important role in our mission: to create an energized, welcoming community where residents enjoy purpose, independence, and an exceptional quality of life.

Position Summary: The Line Cook is expected to prepare nutritious, appetizing, and attractive meals; work as a team member with other employees to assure efficient and safe operation of the kitchen and the dining room; receive food and beverage orders, prepare and serve food and beverages, serve, and restock items in bistro; clear and clean tables and chairs, counters, display case(s); and provide exceptional quality food and service to all residents, guests and coworkers by performing essential duties effectively and efficiently.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Maintain resident, employee, and community information in strict confidence (with community management or other employees as necessary).Carry trays and supplies.Inspect food preparation and serving areas to ensure observance of safe, sanitary food handling practices.Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption.Bake, roast, broil and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods.Regulate temperatures of ovens, broilers, grills and roasters.Weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to standard recipes using various kitchen utensils and equipment.Portions arrange and garnish food in timely manner.Observe and test foods to determine if they have been cooked sufficiently, using methods such as tasting, smelling or piercing them with utensils.Uphold the standards and expectations of food quality and production set forth by Brightwater.Perform scheduled cleaning, stocking, and rotation and maintenance tasks set by Chef.Attend scheduled training seminars and staff meetings.Review menus and Daily Food Production Record for instructions.Prepare meals that are nutritious, appetizing, and attractive according to Brightwater m...