Line Cook

Saga Senior Living; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Accident insurance

Critical illness insurance

Hospital indemnity insurance

Job summary

Tarina of Kingwood - Saga Senior Living is seeking a Line Cook to prepare nutritious, appealing meals and snacks while accommodating special dietary needs, contributing to a warm resident experience. This full‑time role offers competitive pay and inclusive teamwork within a caregiving community that values resident well‑being.

You will help with menu planning, food ordering, inventory, and infection control while building positive relationships with residents, families, and coworkers in a

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of cooking experience.
• Cooking in an assisted living facility preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school or vocational kitchen basics preferred.
• Stand for long periods and lift up to 15 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Prepare nutritious, appealing meals and snacks while accommodating dietary needs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment per regulations.
• Assist with menu planning, food ordering, delivery, inventory, and infection control storage.
• Support kitchen operations by identifying improvements, reporting equipment issues, and multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and coworkers while providing high-quality service.

Skills

Cooking

Experience in assisted living

Food service teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Line Cook

$15/hour | Full-Time

Tarina of Kingwood - Saga Senior Living

Make a difference in someone's life every day.

Tarina of Kingwood, a Saga Senior Living Community, offers a continuum of personalized support that evolves with you, ensuring every resident receives exactly what they need to thrive.

Why Join Our Team?

• Competitive Pay: $15/hour+ credit for experience
• Schedule: This is a full-time role | Various schedules available | Holidays and weekend rotations required
• Supportive Team: We value our caregivers as much as our clients

What You'll Do:

• Prepare nutritious, appealing meals and snacks while accommodating special dietary needs
• Maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen and dining environment in compliance with state and federal regulations
• Assist with menu planning, food ordering, delivery, inventory, and proper food storage for infection control
• Support efficient kitchen operations by identifying improvement opportunities, reporting equipment issues, and multitasking in a fast‑paced environment
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, and coworkers while providing high‑quality service

What You'll Need:

• At minimum 1 yearof cooking experience, required
• Cooking in an assisted living facility, preferred
• At minimum 18 years of age or older, required
• High school or vocational school coursework in kitchen basics, preferred
• Must be able to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 15 pounds at a time

Benefits Available to Qualified Employees:

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Voluntary Life and AD&D insurance
• Short and Long-term Disability insurance
• Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity insurance

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants for this position must be able to produce a negative drug test. Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.