Cook

Solera Senior Living; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate pay access

Tuition reimbursement

Medical benefits

Dental & vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid holidays and PTO

EAP

Job summary

The Reserve at Lake Austin, part of Solera Senior Living, seeks a compassionate Cook to deliver nutritious, high-quality meals for our residents.

You’ll follow recipes and dietary guidelines, maintain a clean kitchen, and collaborate with the dietary team to meet residents' needs. This role requires weekends and offers a collaborative, team-oriented workplace.

Join us to support seniors with dignity and meals that comfort and connect.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living, or similar environment.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines while maintaining consistency.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Ability to make decisions independently and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A passion for working with seniors and making a difference in their lives.
• ServSafe/Food Handler’s Permit (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Prepare, cook, and present meals following standardized recipes and dietary requirements.
• Ensure all meals meet quality, taste, and presentation expectations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, following all food safety regulations.
• Assist in menu planning and meal prep for daily meals and special events.
• Follow portion control standards and assist with food inventory management.
• Work with the dietary team to accommodate residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.
• Engage with residents to understand their dining preferences and create a welcoming experience.
• Inspect food storage areas to ensure proper stocking, labeling, and rotation of ingredients.
• Adhere to community and health department standards for food preparation and kitchen safety.
• Assist in training and supporting other kitchen team members as needed.

Skills

Cooking

Teamwork

Communication

Food safety

Job description

Cook - The Reserve at Lake Austin

** Flexible Schedule Required: Weekends Required **

Love making a difference in the lives of seniors?

At The Reserve at Lake Austin, we are guided by our Core Values—Compassion, Communication, Commitment, and Creativity which shape how we serve residents, support families, and work together as a team. As a Cook, you’ll play a vital role in creating nutritious, high-quality meals that bring comfort, connection, and enjoyment to our residents each day.

What Solera Offers You

• A growing company with opportunities for career advancement

• Immediate pay access — no more waiting for payday

• Tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth

• Comprehensive medical benefits with discounted gym memberships

• Dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with company match

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Perks and employee discount programs

• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture

About the Role:

As a Cook, you’ll play a key role in delivering high-quality meals and ensuring a great dining experience for our residents.

Cook Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare, cook, and present meals following standardized recipes and dietary requirements.

• Ensure all meals meet quality, taste, and presentation expectations.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen, following all food safety regulations.

• Assist in menu planning and meal prep for daily meals and special events.

• Follow portion control standards and assist with food inventory management.

• Work with the dietary team to accommodate residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.

• Engage with residents to understand their dining preferences and create a welcoming experience.

• Inspect food storage areas to ensure proper stocking, labeling, and rotation of ingredients.

• Adhere to community and health department standards for food preparation and kitchen safety.

• Assist in training and supporting other kitchen team members as needed.

Cook Qualifications:

• 2+ year of cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living, or similar environment.

• Ability to follow recipes and dietary guidelines while maintaining consistency.

• Strong teamwork and communication skills.

• Ability to make decisions independently and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.

• A passion for working with seniors and making a difference in their lives.

• ServSafe/Food Handler’s Permit (or willingness to obtain).

At The Reserve at Lake Austin, we’ve partnered with MemoMate, an AI-powered virtual interviewer, to make the first step in our hiring process simple, convenient, and engaging for all candidates.

The Reserve at Lake Austin is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status under applicable law.

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