Cook

Morada Senior Living; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Wage advance available

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Meals provided

Uniforms

Job summary

Morada Senior Living in Temple, Texas is seeking a Cook to join our community kitchen team. You will prepare hot and cold menu items across grill, saute station, salad-bar and service line, ensuring proper portions and adherence to recipes.

This role supports residents with nourishing meals, follows standardized recipes, and maintains high quality and presentation. Full-time benefits include paid time off, health and dental coverage, and opportunities for advancement.

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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items which requires working on the grill, sauté station, salad-bar and on the service line;

Skills

Senior Living experience

Food production & safety

Portion control

Organization

Communication skills

Weekend availability

Job description

About Morada Senior Living

Morada Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado. Our company, which was built on our \"Pillars of Excellence\", employs thousands of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

About Morada Senior Living

Morada Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused senior living communities in Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Colorado. Our company, which was built on our \"Pillars of Excellence\", employs thousands of vital Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in providing excellent care for our residents.

Morada Senior Living is hiring a Cook for our community in Temple Texas

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

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.

JOB CODE: 1008707