Senior Living Cook: Create Joy with Fresh Meals

The Aspenwood Company; McKinney (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with 4% match

Perks at Work - Discounted pricing

Holiday Pay including floating holiday

PTO rollover

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate Leave

PTO cashout

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare meals for residents at Village on the Park Stonebridge, a senior living community with memory care. You will follow recipes, accommodate dietary needs, and ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen sanitation, training new staff, and adhering to nutrition guidelines. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Competitive hourly pay is provided.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals per recipes.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor food items for temperature, taste and quality.
• Use utensils and grillers to cook food as needed.
• Dress dishes for presentation before serving.
• Keep kitchen sanitized and equipment turned off after use.
• Store food properly to maintain freshness and safety.
• Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines and document accordingly.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff.
• Maintain professional appearance and hygiene.
• Attend required in-service trainings.

Skills

Team player

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Sanitation procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training

Job description

The Aspenwood Company is seeking a dedicated Cook to prepare meals for residents at Village on the Park Stonebridge, a senior living community with memory care. You will follow recipes, accommodate dietary needs, and ensure food quality and presentation meet high standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining kitchen sanitation, training new staff, and adhering to nutrition guidelines. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Competitive hourly pay is provided.