Compassionate Senior Living Cook

Brazos Presbyterian Homes; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Brazos Towers at Bayou Manor in Houston, TX seeks a Cook to prepare meals for residents, guests, and staff in a faith-based senior living community. You’ll follow menus and diet guidelines, ensuring safe food handling and attractive presentation.

We value compassion, reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to resident well-being; join a mission-driven team delivering dignified dining and quality service.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred, but not necessary.
• Ability to read, write, follow directions, and perform basic recipe math.
• Ability to follow diet instructions and menus; prepare food in quantity and season appropriately.
• General knowledge of routine diets or where to find needed information.
• Knowledge to operate kitchen equipment and utensils effectively.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food per menus and diet sheets, following modified diet guidelines.
• Serve items during meals; follow serving sizes and presentation.
• Keep work area clean and sanitized; may perform other cleaning tasks.
• Store and label food and supplies properly.
• May perform light utility tasks when needed.
• Attend in-service trainings on nutrition and dietary needs.
• Maintain clean work area and OSHA compliance.
• Communicate effectively in speech and writing.
• Demonstrate hospitality towards residents, families, and staff.
• Able to work in other areas as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Positive attitude

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Brazos Towers at Bayou Manor in Houston, TX seeks a Cook to prepare meals for residents, guests, and staff in a faith-based senior living community. You’ll follow menus and diet guidelines, ensuring safe food handling and attractive presentation.

We value compassion, reliability, teamwork, and a commitment to resident well-being; join a mission-driven team delivering dignified dining and quality service.