Cook

Hireology; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Village on the Park Onion Creek is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our independent living and assisted living community. You will prepare a variety of meals, ensuring dietary needs are met and quality is maintained, while maintaining a clean, organized kitchen.

Part-time shifts offer 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Fridays through Sundays; weekend and holiday availability is required. You will support training of new kitchen staff and uphold high hygiene standards per company policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; culinary school training is a plus.
• Food handler certification within 60 days as per State guidelines.
• 6 months to 1 year of proven cooking experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals per recipes.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor temperature, taste, and quality of food; ensure top-notch quality.
• Use utensils and grillers to cook and prepare dishes.
• Dress dishes for presentation and ensure sanitation.

Skills

Food preparation

Team player

Communication

Physical stamina

Attention to detail

Safety consciousness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals and bringing joy to seniors? We have fantastic opportunities for Cooks who are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to make a positive impact in our residents' lives.

Location: Village on the Park Onion Creek, an Independent Living and Assisted Living senior community

Pay Rate: $20/hr.

Part-Time Shifts:

5:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. | Friday, - Sunday

Availability: Must be available weekends and holidays

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals, including soups, meats, gravies, vegetables, desserts, salads, and baked goods, from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen states according to recipes.
• Adhere to residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor all food items for temperature, taste, and quality; taste food to ensure top-notch quality.
• Use various utensils and grillers to cook food, stirring or turning as needed.
• Dress dishes for a great presentation before serving.
• Keep the kitchen sanitized and orderly, ensuring all equipment is cleaned, working properly, and turned off before closing.
• Store all food and items properly to maintain freshness and safety.
• Check and ensure the quality of ingredients.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders for shortages with supervisor's approval.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines, including governmental and company policies, and ensure proper documentation.
• Assist in training and orienting new kitchen staff.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community's emergency response team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene as per company policies.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED (culinary school training is a plus).
• Accredited food handler certification within 60 days, as per State guidelines.
• 6 months to 1 year of proven experience as a cook.
• Experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Team player with effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.

EOE/M/F/D/V