Cook

The Forum at Park Lane; Dallas (TX); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling options

Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision

Paid time off and holidays

401(K) with employer matching

Paid training

Meals and uniforms

Job summary

A senior living community in Dallas is seeking a Cook to prepare menu items and ensure food quality. Ideal candidates will have experience in senior living, strong organizational and communication skills, and must be able to work weekends. Join our team and make a direct impact on the lives of others.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred.
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required.
• Must be able to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items on various stations.
• Ensure proper preparation and portioning of foods as per menu.
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality.

Skills

Organizational skills

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

The Forum At Park Lane

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today, ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide.

We offer rewarding career opportunities that include:

• Competitive wages
• Access to wages before payday
• Flexible scheduling options with full-time and part-time hours
• Paid time off and Holidays (full-time)
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full-time)
• 401(K) with employer matching
• Paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Meals and uniforms
• Employee Assistance Program

Our community is looking for a Cook to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, sauté station, salad-bar and on the service line;
• Ensure the proper preparation, portioning and serving of foods as indicated on the menu cycle and the standardized recipes;
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Senior Living preferred
• Experience with production methods, portion control and food handling safety required.
• Great organizational skills a must
• Strong communication skills
• Attention to detail and presentation of food product is required.
• Must be able to work weekends.

If having a direct impact on the lives of others is appealing to you, apply today and join our team!

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