Cook

Brookdale; Henderson (TX); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Early wage access

ID theft protection

Pet insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Adoption benefit

Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Brookdale is seeking cooks to support a variety of dining operations, with opportunities to advance to Lead Cook, Sous Chef, or Dining Services Manager roles. The role offers a range of benefits for both part-time and full-time teammates and emphasizes wellness and professional growth within a supportive environment.

Base pay will be determined by skills and experience, with benefits detailed for full-time staff and additional programs for hourly associates.

Qualifications

• Experience with standard recipes and menus.
• Adheres to sanitation and food safety standards.
• Prepares food in a timely manner to meet meal times.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to recipes and menus.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of the kitchen.
• Prepare and deliver food in a timely manner at scheduled meal times.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Sanitation

Time management

Multitasking

Job description

Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services. Build your professional growth and wellness in a supportive environment.

Benefits (Part Time & Full Time)

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Associate assistance program
• Employee discounts
• Referral program
• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)
• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Benefits (Full Time Only)

• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Company provided life insurance
• Adoption benefit
• Disability (short and long term)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Health Savings Account
• Optional life and dependent life insurance
• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan
• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. Brookdale offers to cover fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs up to $725 for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. Uses experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, and knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling.
• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.
• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times.

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug‑free workplace.