Cook - Full Time

Buckner International; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Retirement Services Community in San Angelo, TX is seeking a full-time Cook to support our residents with nutritious meals prepared to Buckner standards.

You will review menus, prepare meals, and ensure proper food handling, inventory, and documentation while adhering to schedules and special dietary requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of related experience preferred.
• Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.
• Proficient ability to speak, read and write English.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs occasionally and up to 50 lbs frequently.

Responsibilities

• Review menus and select ingredients for cooking meals.
• Cook breakfast, lunch and/or dinner using standard recipes.
• Maintain meal counts and documentation records.
• Maintain food inventories and complete requisition forms.
• Plan cooking schedules for meal readiness.
• Conduct temperature checks of cooked food.
• Serve food according to portion-control guidelines.
• Prepare food for special diets.
• Receive and store groceries and perishables; date items.

Skills

Menu planning

Food preparation

Food safety

Inventory management

Documentation

English proficiency

Education

High School diploma or G.E.D.

Tools

Thermometers

Job description

Buckner Retirement Services Community:

Location:

San Angelo, TX - Onsite

Address:

902-903 N Main St, San Angelo, TX 76903

Job Schedule:

Full-Time

We are seeking a Cook to join our community committed to delivering outstanding food to our residents. As a Cook, you will play an important role in all phases of food preparation that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!

What you'll do:

• Review menus and select appropriate ingredients in order to prepare for cooking meals.


• Cook breakfast, lunch and/or dinner meals that are nourishing, palatable, and appetizing in appearance; must use standard recipes.


• Maintain meal count and documentation records.


• Maintain food inventories and completes requisition forms.


• Plan cooking schedules for readiness at meal times.


• Conduct temperature checks of cooked food.


• Serve food according to portion-control guidelines and program needs.


• Prepare food for special diets.


• Receive and store groceries, canned food, frozen food, and produce; date perishable items.


• Move foods and ingredients to/from storeroom and kitchens.

What you'll bring:

• High School diploma or G.E.D.


• Minimum of one year of related experience preferred.


• Requires ability to drive assigned vehicle(s) or personal vehicle, with appropriate state license, following all laws applicable; must provide proof of liability insurance and must be eligible to be insured under Buckner’s insurance policy. Must be age 21 or older to drive on behalf of Buckner.


• Requires proficient ability to speak, read and write English. Requires ability to read and understand business documents which are written in English.


• Requires ability to understand and follow basic written and oral instructions given in English.


• Requires ability to use up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force continuously to move objects and/or people.


• Work deals mostly with objects, equipment and/or machines where the job is at or within arm’s reach. Depth perception and field of vision (peripheral) are of some importance.


• Requires ability to walk, stand and sit, sometimes for prolonged periods of time.


• Turns, stoops, kneels, crouches, reaches, pushes, pulls, handles, stands, walks over 75% of shift.


• Requires ability to recognize difference in sound generated by equipment or machinery which may indicate operating problems or safety concerns.

*The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.

About Baptist Memorials Ministries:

Buckner comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart.

Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.