Cook

Village at The Triangle; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Village on the Park Denton is seeking a friendly Cook to prepare a variety of meals for our residents in a PRN capacity. The role requires weekend and holiday availability, with a pay rate of $20 to $22 per hour.

Responsibilities include following dietary restrictions, ensuring food quality, presenting dishes, and maintaining a clean kitchen. Prior cooking experience and a state-accepted food handler certification are required.

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.
• Knowledge of cooking procedures (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Team player with effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals from recipes using fresh, canned, dry or frozen ingredients.
• Respect residents' dietary restrictions and special needs.
• Monitor food quality, temperature and taste for top-notch results.
• Dress dishes for presentation before serving.
• Keep kitchen clean, sanitized and organized at all times.
• Stock, check quality of ingredients and place orders for shortages with supervisor approval.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff.
• Attend in-service trainings and maintain professional appearance.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Sanitation procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training (a plus)

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 Denton, an Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community.

Pay Rate: $20/hr. - $22/hr.

PRN Shift

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