Cook | $250 Sign on Bonus

Doliver of Tanglewood; Houston, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with a 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work - Discounted pricing on

Holiday Pay including a Floating Hole

Generous PTO that rolls over year over

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial Hardship Programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout Option

$250 Sign on Bonus! ($125 after 30/60)

Job summary

Doliver of Tanglewood in Houston is seeking cooks who are passionate about creating meals that bring joy to our residents in an independent living and memory care community.

You will prepare a variety of meals, follow dietary needs, monitor quality, and keep the kitchen clean and organized. Full-time and part-time shifts are available; weekend and holiday availability is required to join our caring team.

Qualifications

• 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 cook experience.
• Experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.
• Knowledge of grilling, baking and boiling methods.
• Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
• Team player with effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals to recipes from fresh, canned, dry or frozen ingredients.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor food items for temperature, taste and quality; adjust as needed.
• Use utensils and grillers to cook, turning food as required.
• Dress dishes for presentation before serving.
• Keep kitchen sanitized, clean and equipment turned off after use.
• Store food properly and maintain freshness and safety.
• Check ingredient quality and manage stock levels with supervisor approval.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines and document accordingly.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff and orient them.
• Maintain professional appearance and personal hygiene.
• Attend in-service trainings and be active in the community emergency team.

Skills

Team player

Communication

Stamina

Sanitation

Food safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training

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

Pay Rate: $17.00/hr.

Full-Time Shifts Available

Part Time Available

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