Cook

Round Rock; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company – The Village on the Park Onion Creek is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare a variety of meals for residents in an independent living and assisted living setting. This part-time role requires weekend and holiday availability, with shifts from 5:00 a.m.

to 1:00 p.m., at a pay rate of $20 per hour. Responsibilities include following dietary restrictions, maintaining kitchen sanitation, and assisting in training new staff while ensuring high-quality, plated dishes for

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals from recipes.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor temperature, taste, and quality of food.
• Use utensils and grillers to cook food as needed.
• Present dishes with professional plating.
• Maintain clean, sanitized kitchen and equipment.
• Store food properly to maintain freshness and safety.
• Check ingredient quality and stock levels; place orders as needed.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines and document accordingly.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff.
• Maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene.
• Attend required in-service trainings.
• Be an active member of community emergency response team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Culinary skills

Team player

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Aspenwood Company - The Village on the Park Onion Creek

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 communityPay Rate: $20/hr.Part-Time Shifts:5:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. | Friday, - SundayAvailability: 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.