Cook
About this role
Are you passionate about creating delicious meals and bringing joy to seniors? We have fantastic opportunities for Cooks who are enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to make a positive impact in our residents' lives.
Benefits Include:
401K with a 4% safe harbor match
Perks at Work- Discounted pricing on purchases
Holiday Pay including a Floating Holiday
Generous PTO that rolls over year over year
Employee Assistance Program
Paycheck Advances
Healthcare options
Financial Hardship Programs
Compassionate Leave
PTO Cashout Option
Location: Village on the Park McKinney, an Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community
Pay Rate: $19/hr.
Full-Time
Availability: Must be available weekends and holidays
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND 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.