Cook | $250 Sign on Bonus!

The Aspenwood Company - Village On the Park Plano; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% match

Discounted pricing (Perks at Work)

Floating holiday

PTO rollover

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate leave

PTO cashout

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

The Doliver of Tanglewood is hiring energetic Cooks to prepare a variety of meals for residents, including special dietary needs. You will work in a senior living community and help deliver nutritious, high-quality meals with attention to presentation.

Full-time opportunity requiring weekend and holiday availability, with benefits including 401K, PTO, and health options. Previous cooking experience and food-handler certification are preferred, and team collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Accredited food handler certification within 60 days.
• 6 months to 1 year of cook experience.
• Experience with cutting tools and bakeware.
• Follow sanitation procedures.
• Team player with good communication.
• Physically fit.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to recipes.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor food quality and temperature; taste for quality.
• Use utensils and grillers to cook food.
• Dress dishes for presentation before serving.
• Keep kitchen sanitized and organized; ensure equipment is cleaned.
• Store food properly to maintain freshness and safety.
• Check ingredient quality.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders with supervisor approval.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation policies and document accordingly.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff.
• Maintain professional appearance and hygiene.
• Attend in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community’s emergency response team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training is a plus

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

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.

Benefits Include:

401K with a 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on purchases

Holiday Pay including a Floating Holiday

Generous PTO that rolls over year over year

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial Hardship Programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout Option

$250 Sign on Bonus! ($125 after 30 days of employment, $125 after 60 days of employment)

Location: The Doliver of Tanglewood, an Independent Living and Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community.

Full Time

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