Line Cook - Full Time or Part-Time

Line Cook - Full Time or Part Time

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Annapolis, MD 21401

Overview

Salary Range $20.44 - $23.30 Hourly Position Type Full-Time/Part-Time Job Shift Any Education Level High School Travel Percentage None Category Restaurant - Food Service

Full-Time/Part-Time Line Cook – Join the Culinary Team at Ginger Cove

Location: Annapolis, MD Pay: $20.44 – $23.30 per hour (based on experience) Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 for Full-Time and $1,500 for Part-Time

Tired of late-night restaurant shifts? Enjoy a more balanced schedule while still doing the cooking you love.

Are you a passionate cook looking for a stable kitchen environment where your work truly makes a difference? Ginger Cove, a premier life-care retirement community in Annapolis, is seeking Full-Time or Part-Time Line Cooks to join our Culinary Services team.

At Ginger Cove, our culinary team prepares high-quality meals that bring comfort, joy, and connection to our residents every day. This is an opportunity to cook with purpose while working in a supportive and professional kitchen environment.

Why Join Ginger Cove?

• Competitive Pay: $20.44 – $23.30 per hour based on experience
• Sign-On Bonus: $2,000 for Full-Time and $1,500 for Part-Time
• Work-Life Balance: More stable schedules than traditional restaurant kitchens
• Air-Conditioned Kitchen: Comfortable work environment year-round
• Open, Spacious Kitchen: Designed for efficiency and teamwork
• Free Shift Meals: Enjoy complimentary meals while working
• Supportive Culinary Team: Work alongside experienced chefs who value collaboration
• Creative Cooking Environment: Bring your ideas and culinary skills to the table
• Meaningful Work: Make a daily impact in the lives of our residents

What You'll Do

As a Line Cook, you will play a key role in preparing and presenting high-quality meals while maintaining the highest culinary and food safety standards.

Responsibilities include:

• Preparing and cooking menu items according to recipes and daily menus
• Assisting with food prep and planning for upcoming meals
• Plating meals with attention to presentation and portion control
• Maintaining kitchen cleanliness and sanitation standards
• Monitoring food temperatures and maintaining food safety logs
• Supporting meal preparation for special events and functions
• Following all health, safety, and sanitation guidelines

Make a Difference with Every Dish

At Ginger Cove, our Line Cooks are not just cooking—they're contributing to a community that values dignity, wellness, and joy in everyday living. If you're ready to bring your culinary talents to a place where you're appreciated and your work matters, we'd love to hear from you!

Apply today and become part of something special.

Qualifications

Job Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Culinary school degree (preferred but not required)
• Experience in hot and cold food preparation
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation standards
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English in order to follow recipes, food safety logs, and kitchen procedures
• Previous experience in healthcare or senior living (a plus)
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Professional appearance and a team-first attitude
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Benefits & Perks:

At Ginger Cove, we value our team and offer a strong benefits package:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance - Full-Time Only • Retirement plan with employer match • Paid time off (accrual-based) • Tuition assistance & scholarship programs • Employee referral bonus program • Annual bonus opportunities • Employee recognition programs • Additional voluntary (ancillary) benefits

Ginger Cove is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Ginger Cove will not tolerate harassment or discrimination based on any of these protected classifications.