Cook | $250 Sign on Bonus!

The Aspenwood Company - The Doliver of Tanglewood•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Cook prepares and presents a variety of meals for residents of The Doliver of Tanglewood, an independent living and assisted living senior community with memory care. The role accommodates residents’ special dietary needs and restrictions, maintains food quality and safety, and keeps the kitchen clean, orderly, and properly stocked. The Cook also supports kitchen staff training, participates in required training and the community emergency response team, and carries out other assigned responsibilities. This is a full-time position requiring availability on weekends and holidays. A $250 sign-on bonus is paid in two installments: $125 after 30 days of employment and $125 after 60 days.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Obtain accredited food handler certification within 60 days, as required by state guidelines.
Six months to one year of proven experience as a cook.
Experience with cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
Knowledge of cooking procedures and methods such as grilling, baking, and boiling.
Ability to follow sanitation procedures.
Team-oriented approach and effective oral and written communication skills.
Excellent physical condition and stamina.
Availability to work weekends and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Culinary school training.

Responsibilities

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

Benefits

401(k) with a 4% safe harbor match
Discounted pricing on purchases through Perks at Work
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
$250 sign-on bonus, paid as $125 after 30 days and $125 after 60 days of employment