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About the job
- Maintain a current ServSafe certificate or be able to participate in food-services sanitation training to become certified.
- A high school diploma or GED is accepted.
- Have one year of job-related experience, including food preparation, full-line menu items, and therapeutic diets.
- Be at least 16 years old; in North Carolina, be at least 18 if operating power-driven machines such as a meat slicer or mixer.
- Be able to work in an environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a substantial safety or health threat to oneself or others.
- Be able to work well with others and promote a team environment.
- Prepare palatable foods that are appetizing in appearance.
- Apply knowledge of safety and sanitary requirements.
- Learn basic tasks and follow written and verbal instructions.
- Provide pleasant, friendly, and helpful service at all times, ensuring service is proper and timely.
- Maintain a well-groomed appearance and follow dress requirements.
- A culinary apprenticeship or training is preferred.
- Three years of experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or service environment is preferred.
- Culinary arts experience is preferred.
- CPR and First Aid certifications are preferred.
About the company
Navion Senior Solutions operates senior living communities in the southeastern United States, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-stay options. Residents pay monthly rent based on care level and accommodation, with optional in-home care services available. Communities feature restaurant-style dining, organized activities, transportation, 24/7 staffing, plus care support such as medication management and safety checks, aided by technology partners like Sage and ECP. The company expands its portfolio through strategic partnerships with investors (including Blackstone) and real estate partners (NHI), aiming to grow its Southeast-based senior housing footprint by integrating on-site and in-home care.
Company Size
201-500
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Raleigh, North Carolina
Founded
2014
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Navion expanded from 16 communities in 2020 to 51 by August 2026.
- Seven communities already use Sage; full rollout follows in 2026.
- ECP awarded Navion in April 2025, signaling stronger medication management execution.
What critics are saying
- ECP and Sage integrations across 52 communities risk workflow disruption during 2026.
- Rapid acquisitions demand flawless occupancy, staffing, and compliance; one scandal damages the brand.
- If reimbursement or occupancy softens, debt-funded growth and expansion plans squeeze cash flows.
What makes Navion Senior Solutions unique
- Beverly Janco Tuttle became CEO in January 2025, preserving founder continuity.
- Navion runs 51-52 communities across seven Southeastern states, with dense regional focus.
- Enterprise-wide Sage and ECP rollouts unify care, medication, and fall management.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation
- Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance