Knoxville,TN,USA Airline($14-$17/hr) | Hiring

Covenant Living is a distinguished senior living and healthcare organization committed to enriching the lives of its residents through quality care and compassionate services. With a focus on creating nurturing environments for older adults, Covenant Living provides a variety of living options, including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and home health services. The company prides itself on maintaining high standards of care, adhering to regulatory guidelines, and fostering a supportive community where residents feel valued and comfortable. Covenant Living operates with a mission to inspire and serve, ensuring the well-being and dignity of its senior residents in every aspect of their daily lives. The role of Line Cook at Covenant Living is a critical position within the food service department, offering an opportunity to contribute to the nutritional and culinary needs of residents in a senior living/healthcare environment. This full-time position focuses on preparing high-quality hot and cold meals for various meal periods, such as breakfast, lunch, dinner, and special catered events. The Line Cook will employ classical cooking techniques to produce both small and large batch goods, following standardized recipes to maintain consistent quality and portion control. Candidates will work in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to uphold sanitation and food safety standards. Responsibilities include food preparation, cooking to order, properly plating dishes, and managing inventory to ensure meals meet the specialized dietary requirements often necessary in a healthcare setting. Emphasis is placed on attention to detail, time management, and the ability to work independently while adhering to established policies and procedures. The position requires strong communication skills for interacting with other staff and residents and a compassionate approach to serving a senior population. The Line Cook position offers a competitive hourly wage ranging from $15.76 to $19.07 per hour, reflecting considerations such as qualifications, experience, and geographic location. Full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-paid life and disability coverage, paid time off, holiday pay, and retirement savings plans with employer match. Additional voluntary benefits such as tuition assistance, employee assistance programs, and insurance options are also available. Covenant Living promotes a respectful and safe workplace atmosphere, prioritizing equality and inclusion in its hiring practices. This role is ideal for individuals who possess culinary skills, value detailed food preparation, and are passionate about contributing to a supportive community for senior adults.

• high school diploma
• current Food Handler's Permit
• state sanitation certificate
• 3-4 years of related and advanced food service and cooking experience desired
• experience with basic operation of kitchen equipment preferred
• intermediate to advanced knife experience
• ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbal and written
• ability to read and follow a recipe unsupervised
• ability to use basic computer functions
• ability to work some holidays and flexible hours
• ability to lift or carry up to 50 pounds
• ability to stand for extended periods up to 8 hours
• adequate sight and hearing