Cook
Listed on 2026-02-01
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Restaurant/Food Service
Food & Beverage, Catering
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Come join The Forest as we strive to provide a best-in-class, caring community that fosters the independence of our residents by enhancing their ability to lead healthy, active, purposeful, and secure lives. As a Cook and a Forest Team Member, you’ll support this mission by preparing and serving all food items across three venues and providing prompt, courteous customer service to residents, guests, and staff.
What We're Looking For In Our Next Team Member:
- Minimum 1 year experience in food prep, handling, and cooking required.
- Prior experience in fine dining, Four & Five Star/Diamond Hotels and resorts is highly preferred.
- Strong communication skills; able to communicate clearly and effectively in English.
- Can-do spirit; able to build positive relationships with residents, family members, and staff.
- Customer service focus; able to resolve conflicts/issues without becoming emotional or defensive.
- Strong time management skills; able to organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion.
- Knowledge of proper safety and sanitation practices;
Serv Safe Certification highly preferred.
What You're Looking For In Your Next Employer:
- A beautiful campus and work environment filled with friendly people.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Low-cost health insurance coverage (major medical, vision, dental, AD&D).
- Life and disability insurance coverage paid 100% by The Forest.
- 403b retirement plan with generous company match.
- Paid sick and vacation time.
- Employee wellness and recognition program.
- And much more!
If you’re interested, please complete our online application for immediate consideration!
The Forest at Duke is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion.
Note: This position is available to full-time employees only.
Job Details- Seniority level:
Entry level - Employment type:
Full-time - Job function:
Management and Manufacturing - Industries:
Health, Wellness & Fitness
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