Senior Living Cook — Craft Nutritious, Joyful Meals

The Aspenwood Company - Spring Creek Village; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with a 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on""

Holiday Pay

Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial Hardship Programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO Cashout Option

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company - Spring Creek Village in Spring, TX is seeking dedicated Cooks to prepare a variety of meals for residents. You will follow recipes, honor dietary needs, monitor quality and temperatures, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Full-time hours require weekend and holiday availability. Competitive benefits include a 401K match, PTO, healthcare options, and more, with a starting pay rate of $17 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (culinary school training is a plus).
• Accredited food handler certification within 60 days, as per State guidelines.
• 6 months to 1 year of proven experience as a cook.
• Experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
• Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling).
• Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
• Team player with effective oral and written communication skills.
• Excellent physical condition and stamina.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals, including soups, meats, gravies, vegetables, desserts, salads, and baked goods, from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen states according to recipes.
• Adhere to residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor all food items for temperature, taste, and quality; taste food to ensure top-notch quality.
• Use various utensils and grillers to cook food, stirring or turning as needed.
• Dress dishes for a great presentation before serving.
• Keep the kitchen sanitized and orderly, ensuring all equipment is cleaned, working properly, and turned off before closing.
• Store all food and items properly to maintain freshness and safety.
• Check and ensure the quality of ingredients.
• Monitor stock levels and place orders for shortages with supervisor's approval.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines, including governmental and company policies, and ensure proper documentation.
• Assist in training and orienting new kitchen staff.
• Maintain high standards of appearance, cleanliness, and personal hygiene.
• Attend all required in-service training sessions.
• Be an active member of the community's emergency response team.
• Maintain a professional appearance and good personal hygiene as per company policies.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Oral and written communication

Physical stamina

Sanitation adherence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training is a plus

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

The Aspenwood Company - Spring Creek Village in Spring, TX is seeking dedicated Cooks to prepare a variety of meals for residents. You will follow recipes, honor dietary needs, monitor quality and temperatures, and ensure a clean, safe kitchen environment.

Full-time hours require weekend and holiday availability. Competitive benefits include a 401K match, PTO, healthcare options, and more, with a starting pay rate of $17 per hour.