Cook- Healthcare

Buckner; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Villas is hiring a Cook in Austin, TX. The role focuses on nourishing meals prepared to Buckner Villas standards, using standardized recipes and safe kitchen practices. You will support menu execution, ingredient prep, and efficient service during breakfast, lunch, and dinner shifts.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of related experience. Strong English communication and teamwork are essential in a resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of related food service experience preferred.
• Knowledge of food preparation, ingredients, recipes, and equipment used for dining facilities serving 25+ individuals.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Proficient English speaking, reading and writing; clear verbal communication with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items using standardized Buckner Villas recipes and meet quality standards.
• Review menus and select ingredients, preparing meals for daily service.
• Cook breakfast, lunch and/or dinner to be nourishing, appetizing and safely presented.
• Monitor food quality during production for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature.
• Maintain inventories and complete requisition forms; ensure proper portioning and leftovers utilization.

Skills

Food prep

Menu compliance

Sanitation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Buckner Villas
Location: Austin, TX - Onsite
Address: 11110 Tom Adams Dr, Austin, TX 78753
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:

• Prepare food items using Buckner Villas standardized recipes and ensure that all food meets Buckner Villas quality and service standards.


• Prepare meals based on menu requirements. Review menus and select appropriate ingredients and supplies in order to prepare for cooking meals, including selecting the appropriate amount of food for daily menus. Obtain necessary supplies from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.


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


• Monitor quality of food items during production for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature.


• Prepare meals in a cost effective and efficient manner; utilize food items and equipment in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.


• Obtain approval from supervisor on all food substitutions.


• Maintain meal count and documentation records in accordance with standards as required. Monitor for overproduction and recommend effective and appropriate utilization of leftovers.


• Maintain food inventories and complete requisition forms.


• Ensure food readiness at meal times in accordance with Buckner Villas cooking and serving schedules.


• Conduct temperature checks of cooked food prior to service of items.


• Follow proper food handling techniques at all times.


• Serve food according to portion-control guidelines, program needs, and plate presentation guidelines for all menu items.

What you’ll bring:

• High school diploma or G.E.D. required. Minimum 1 year prior related experience required.


• Requires knowledge of food preparation, ingredients, recipes, and equipment used for dining facilities serving a minimum of 25 individuals.


• Requires knowledge of and ability to learn food serving, cleanliness and sanitation requirements.


• Requires ability to understand and follow basic written and oral step-by-step instructions.


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


• Requires ability to communicate verbally in English with residents, families, visitors, co-workers, and others; ability to make self clearly understood by others in face-to-face interactions.


• 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 safely utilize food service and preparation equipment and recognize differences in sound generated by equipment or machinery which may indicate operating problems or safety concerns.


• Requires ability to work under moderate supervision performing routine, standardized tasks.


• Requires ability to perform tasks with due consideration for residents and others in the vicinity and ability to cooperate and work with other employees.

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 Buckner Retirement Services:

Buckner Retirement Services 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.