Senior Living Cook - Fresh Meals & Community Impact

The Aspenwood Company; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Perks at Work

Holiday Pay

PTO rollover

Employee Assistance Program

Paycheck Advances

Healthcare options

Financial hardship programs

Compassionate leave

PTO cashout

Job summary

The Aspenwood Company in Houston area seeks a dedicated Cook to prepare and present meals for residents in an independent and memory care community. You will follow recipes, monitor quality, and ensure dietary needs are met while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

Full-Time or Part-Time positions require weekend and holiday availability; excellent hygiene, teamwork, and communication are essential for daily operations and resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Food handler certification within 60 days as per state guidelines.
• 6 months to 1 year of proven cook experience.
• Experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of meals according to recipes.
• Adhere to residents' dietary needs and restrictions.
• Monitor temperature, flavor, and quality of food.
• Dress dishes for presentation before serving.
• Keep kitchen sanitized and organized, equipment turned off after use.
• Stock levels and place orders for shortages with supervisor approval.
• Assist in training new kitchen staff and orienting them.
• Attend all required in-service trainings and maintain hygiene.

Skills

Food prep

Team player

Sanitation knowledge

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Culinary school training a plus

Food handler certification

Job description

The Aspenwood Company in Houston area seeks a dedicated Cook to prepare and present meals for residents in an independent and memory care community. You will follow recipes, monitor quality, and ensure dietary needs are met while maintaining a clean, safe kitchen.

Full-Time or Part-Time positions require weekend and holiday availability; excellent hygiene, teamwork, and communication are essential for daily operations and resident satisfaction.