Cook

The Aspenwood Company - Village on the Park McKinney; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company - Village on the Park McKinney is seeking a cook who can create delicious meals for residents in an assisted living with memory care setting. You will prepare soups, meats, vegetables, desserts, and baked goods from various ingredients, ensuring quality and presentation.

Applicants should be available on weekends and holidays, possess a High School Diploma or GED, and have 6 months to 1 year of cooking experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or culinary school training is a plus.
• Accredited food handler certification within 60 days per state guidelines.
• 6 months to 1 year of proven cooking experience.
• Knowledge of sanitation procedures and proper food handling.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen ingredients.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor temperature, taste, and quality of food.
• Dress dishes for presentation and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines and document accordingly.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff and participate in in-service trainings.

Skills

Team player

Effective communication

Stamina

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

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 McKinney, an Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community

Pay Rate: $18/hr. - $19/hr.

PRN

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