Resident Services Cook: Craft Nourishing Meals

Buckner International; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Westminster Place in Longview, Texas, is seeking a Cook to join our team. You will contribute to all phases of meal preparation, adhering to Buckner quality and hospitality standards to nourish residents.

Responsibilities include following menus, procuring supplies, preparing meals, and maintaining records. Requires a High School diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. Excellent English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum one year related kitchen experience.
• Knowledge of food preparation, ingredients, recipes, and equipment used for dining facilities serving 25+ people.
• Ability to understand and follow basic written and oral instructions.
• Ability to read, write and speak English; communicate verbally with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items using Westminster Place recipes and meet quality standards.
• Prepare meals based on menu requirements.
• Review menus and select ingredients and supplies for daily meals.
• Obtain supplies from storage in time for production.
• Cook breakfast, lunch, and dinner as per standard recipes.
• Monitor food quality for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature.
• Prepare meals cost-effectively and safely with standard equipment.
• Obtain supervisor approval for substitutions.
• Maintain meal counts and records; minimize leftovers.
• Maintain inventories and complete requisition forms.

Skills

Food prep

Menu planning

Sanitation

English skills

Inventory

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Buckner Retirement Services Community: Westminster Place in Longview, Texas, is seeking a Cook to join our team. You will contribute to all phases of meal preparation, adhering to Buckner quality and hospitality standards to nourish residents.

Responsibilities include following menus, procuring supplies, preparing meals, and maintaining records. Requires a High School diploma or GED and at least one year of related experience. Excellent English communication is essential.