Cook PT

CareerArc; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate and vibrant community as a Cook, where your culinary skills will enhance the lives of our residents. This role involves preparing delicious meals, ensuring quality and presentation, and working in a collaborative kitchen environment. With a focus on senior living, you will play a vital role in creating enjoyable dining experiences. The company offers a comprehensive benefits package, competitive salary, and a supportive team atmosphere. If you are passionate about food and service, this is the perfect opportunity to make a difference in the lives of seniors.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Employee Assistance Program

Accident Insurance

Qualifications

• Experience in Senior Living preferred with strong food handling skills.
• Must have great organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare hot and cold menu items, ensuring quality and portion control.
• Taste and prepare food to determine quality and palatability.

Skills

Food Handling Safety

Production Methods

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Job description

Morada Senior Living proudly operates more than 20 care- and lifestyle-focused communities in the Southwestern United States. With a core concentration throughout Texas and an emerging presence in New Mexico, Arkansas, and Oklahoma, Morada communities together account for more than 2,000 units and offer a full spectrum of senior living and care options, including Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, and available short-term Respite Care.

Morada Senior Living is looking for a Cook to join our community.

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 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.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Morada offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match, our Employee Assistance Program, and accident insurance policies.

Thank you for your interest in Morada Senior Living careers. If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly.

EOE D/V