Cook

Village Green Alzheimer's Care Home; Cypress, Houston (TX, TX); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 30.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Village Green Alzheimer's Care Home in Houston, TX is hiring a compassionate Cook to prepare nutritious meals for residents while maintaining a safe, clean kitchen. This role also supports residents during meals as needed and collaborates with care staff to meet dietary needs.

The ideal candidate has prior cooking experience in healthcare or senior living, understands dietary restrictions, and can multitask in a fast-paced setting.

Formación

• Experience cooking in healthcare, senior living, or similar setting preferred.
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and safe food handling procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks.
• Compassionate attitude and willingness to assist with resident care.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs and health guidelines.
• Follow established menus while accommodating special dietary requirements.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen following food safety guidelines.
• Assist with meal service to ensure a positive dining experience for residents.
• Support residents during mealtimes, helping those who need help eating.
• Monitor inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed.
• Collaborate with caregivers and nursing staff to meet residents' nutritional needs.
• Adhere to state/local health department regulations and facility policies.
• Engage with residents in a friendly, patient, and respectful manner.

Conocimientos

Healthcare cooking

Dietary restrictions

Multitasking

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Lifting ability

Descripción del empleo

Cook

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Cook to join our team at Village Green, a dedicated memory care home in Houston, Texas. This role is responsible for preparing nutritious and appealing meals for our residents while ensuring a safe and clean kitchen environment. In addition to culinary duties, all staff members, including the cook, are expected to assist with resident care during meal times, including helping residents who require assistance with eating.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve meals according to dietary needs, preferences, and health guidelines
• Follow established menus while accommodating special dietary requirements (e.g., pureed diets, modified textures)
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen, following food safety and sanitation guidelines
• Assist with meal service, ensuring a positive and enjoyable dining experience for residents
• Support residents during mealtimes, including assisting those who need help eating
• Monitor food inventory and assist with ordering supplies as needed
• Collaborate with caregivers and nursing staff to ensure residents' nutritional needs are met
• Follow all state and local health department regulations and facility policies
• Engage with residents in a friendly, patient, and respectful manner to promote a homelike environment

Qualifications

• Previous cooking experience in a healthcare, senior living, or similar environment preferred
• Knowledge of dietary restrictions and safe food handling procedures
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• Compassionate attitude and willingness to assist with resident care
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand for extended periods

Why Join Our Team?

• Meaningful work in a memory care community where you can make a difference
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth