Senior Living Cook — Craft Nutritious Meals with Heart

The Aspenwood Company - Village On the Park Plano; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with a 4% safe harbor match

Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on/p

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company - Village On the Park Plano is seeking enthusiastic cooks to prepare meals for our senior residents, focusing on nutrition, taste, and presentation. Full-time, on-site in Plano, TX, with Thursday–Monday shifts. Weekend and holiday availability required.

Pay rate is $18–$19 per hour, with benefits including retirement plan, PTO, healthcare, and more. Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality dining experiences in a supportive community setting.

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 cook experience; knowledge of various cooking procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals from fresh, canned, dry, or frozen states per recipes.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor temperature, taste, and quality; ensure top-notch presentation.
• Use utensils and grillers; dress dishes for presentation.
• Keep kitchen sanitized, store food properly, and maintain equipment.
• Check quality of ingredients and monitor stock levels.
• Follow sanitation guidelines and assist in training new kitchen staff.
• Maintain appearance and hygiene; participate in in-service trainings.

Skills

Cooking

Food Safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary School Training (plus)

Tools

Cookware

Cutting Tools

Bakeware

Job description

The Aspenwood Company - Village On the Park Plano is seeking enthusiastic cooks to prepare meals for our senior residents, focusing on nutrition, taste, and presentation. Full-time, on-site in Plano, TX, with Thursday–Monday shifts. Weekend and holiday availability required.

Pay rate is $18–$19 per hour, with benefits including retirement plan, PTO, healthcare, and more. Join a compassionate team dedicated to quality dining experiences in a supportive community setting.