Evening Cook – Fresh Prep, Bakery & Plating for Seniors

Querencia; United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifespace Communities in Austin, TX seeks a prep cook to join the on-site kitchen team. You will manage production, bake goods, decorate items, and ensure meals align with menus and service hours.

Emphasis on safe food handling and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen supporting a resident-focused dining program. One year of prep cook experience and a high school diploma are required, with state certification in safe handling if applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience as a prep cook or similar position.
• State Certified in Safe Food Handling and Sanitation if state certification program exists.

Responsibilities

• Manage production and prepare a wide variety of standard and custom baked goods according to recipes.
• Mix, bake, build, decorate, and inscribe products in an efficient manner (as applicable).
• Prepare all food items per menu requirements following designated recipes.
• Prepare plates and garnish food items to be served to residents and guests.
• Prepare food production to coordinate with meal service hours so that quality, temperature, and appearance of food are preserved.
• Ensure food safety by monitoring food temperatures and use proper food storage techniques in accordance with state and local standards.
• Maintain work area in a safe and sanitary condition may include cleaning cooking equipment, and other areas of the kitchen as assigned.

Skills

Food preparation

Teamwork

Food safety

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lifespace Communities in Austin, TX seeks a prep cook to join the on-site kitchen team. You will manage production, bake goods, decorate items, and ensure meals align with menus and service hours.

Emphasis on safe food handling and maintaining a clean, sanitary kitchen supporting a resident-focused dining program. One year of prep cook experience and a high school diploma are required, with state certification in safe handling if applicable.