Cook

The-Shores-At-Clear-Lake; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay

Daily pay

401K with discretionary employer match

Short and long-term disability

Referral Bonuses

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Shores at Clear Lake is seeking a full-time Cook to prepare wholesome, nutritious meals for residents in a welcoming community. You will report to the Dining Services Director and ensure food is served at the correct temperature, using quality ingredients and proper portion sizes.

Key responsibilities include recording temperatures, labeling and storing foods, controlling waste, cleaning the kitchen, and following safety procedures to maintain a safe dining environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and appropriate garnishes.
• Use recipes and correct portion sizes to provide a consistent product while controlling costs.
• Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Label, date, and properly store all foods.
• Monitor and record temperatures of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers daily.
• Control overproduction and waste of all food items.
• Follow established safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment.
• Responsible for storage of items received from vendors.

Job description

At The Shores at Clear Lake, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join The Shores at Clear Lake, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Full-time benefits include

• PTO (Paid Time Off) and Holiday Pay: Take advantage of paid time off to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Daily pay: Get paid daily, providing you with financial flexibility and control over your earnings.
• 401K with discretionary employer match: Plan for your financial future with our 401k program.
• Short and long-term disability: Financial security while you recover from an injury that puts you out of work
• Referral Bonuses: Refer qualified candidates and earn rewards
• Tuition Reimbursement: Invest in your education with our support
• Employee Assistance Program: C onnecting our employees with resources for handling personal challenges

Summary of Duties of the Cook

The primary responsibility of the Cook is to provide wholesome, nutritious, and attractive food that is served at the appropriate temperature. The Cook reports to the Dining Services Director.

Essential Functions of the Cook

• Prepare and serve all food items using high quality ingredients and appropriate garnishes.
• Use recipes and correct portion sizes to provide a consistent product while controlling costs.
• Record and monitor food temperatures during storage, preparation, cooking, and serving.
• Label, date, and properly store all foods.
• Monitor and record temperatures of all kitchen refrigerators and freezers daily.
• Control overproduction and waste of all food items.
• Comply with all state and local rules and regulations for a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen.
• Responsible for washing and sanitizing food service equipment.
• Responsible for general cleaning of cook's area, freezers, refrigerators, and storage areas.
• Follow established safety procedures while operating kitchen equipment.
• Responsible for storage of items received from vendors.