Full Time Cook

Franklin Park Senior Living; McKinney (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Hidden Springs of McKinney is seeking a talented Cook to join the dining team in McKinney, TX. The role involves preparing freshly made dishes for residents and supporting menu development with the Executive Chef.

Flexible day/evening shifts and a mix of weekday/weekend work offer variety. A focus on high-quality, safe, and flavorful meals will be essential in delivering comfort and joy to residents daily.

Qualifications

• Scratch cooking experience in restaurant or retirement community.
• ServSafe sanitation certification required.
• Flexible schedule to cover vacations and special events.
• Experience in all areas of a commercial kitchen operation.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Reads, writes, speaks and understands English.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Assist Executive Chef with menu and recipe development.
• Assist in the receiving, rotation and storage of products.
• Identify and report food/supply needs.
• Ensure sanitation regulations are followed and help train staff in garnishing and presentation.
• Prepare salads, soups, and entrées with care and quality.
• Assist in nightly cleanup and labeling.

Skills

Scratch cooking

English proficiency

ServSafe sanitation

Flexible scheduling

Kitchen operations

Job description

Hidden Springs of McKinney is an exciting, new senior living community in McKinney, TX, just north of Dallas. Offering Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care, Hidden Springs delivers a personalized and uplifting experience to everyone who lives here.

We are looking for a talented, smiling Cook to join our dining team! Our residents look forward to mealtimes as a true highlight of their day. Your cooking will bring comfort, joy, and delicious food right to their table.

Schedule Details

• Flexible Shifts: Enjoy a dynamic, rotating mix of day and evening shifts.
• Varied Days: Work a mix of weekdays and weekends.
• Rotation Options: Cover breakfast/lunch or lunch/dinner shifts rather than a fixed weekly routine.

THINGS YOU WILL LOVE ABOUT THIS JOB:

• Beautiful working environment
• Having a relationship with residents
• Variety of work experiences, including special events

JOB DUTIES INCLUDE:

• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized kitchen
• Assist Executive Chef with menu and recipe development
• Assist in the receiving, rotation and storage of products
• Identify and report food/supply needs
• Ensure that all staff follow sanitation/infection control regulations, and help train and coach them in garnishing, presentation and other culinary skills
• Prepare salads, soups, and entrées with care and quality
• Assist in nightly clean up and labeling

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Scratch cooking experience (because all dishes are freshly prepared-to-order), preferably including restaurant, private club or retirement community
• ServSafe sanitation certification required
• Flexibility: able and willing to modify his/her schedule to help cover vacations and help with special events
• Experience in all areas of the commercial kitchen operation
• Comfortable working in fast-paced environment
• Reads, writes, speaks and understands the English language
• Knowledge of special event catering is a plus