Cook

Brandon Wilde•Lubbock, TX

17d•$15 - $16

About The Position

When you work at Carillon Senior Living, you’ll notice that it’s more than a place to retire, it’s a thriving community of seniors who are passionate about West Texas values, the Lubbock community and all things Texas Tech. It’s a uniquely uplifting community where active older adults enjoy vibrant living, rewarding opportunities, exceptional hospitality, and great friendships. We just celebrated 50 years of serving Lubbock and West Texas as a trusted senior living community. You won't find our unique combination of an all-inclusive lifestyle, superior hospitality, and beautiful location anywhere else. We are currently seeking an experienced Cook to join our team. If you’re looking for a different perspective on healthcare and senior living come join us today! The Cook is responsible for the preparation of all food items as per standardized recipes.

Requirements

High school diploma
Minimum of one year restaurant/senior living or equivalent cooking experience
Able to stand or walk for up to eight (8) hours per day, bend, stoop, and stretch frequently throughout the day
Have manual dexterity for preparing food
Ability to use standard industrial kitchen appliances required
Able to lift up to 50 lbs. independently
May be exposed to extreme temperatures (freezers and stoves-range burners) for short periods of time
May be exposed to industrial cleaning chemicals
Able to see, hear, and communicate with others

Nice To Haves

Culinary degree preferred

Responsibilities

Exemplify at all times Community standards of cleanliness, sanitation and operational organization.
Responsible for adhering to food safety, quality, appearance and presentation standards at all times
Produce and serve menu cycle programs that are compliant with required Nutritional/Dietary criteria as required by local regulations and correctly prepare diets provided per Policy and Procedure
Exhibit cooking standards of speed, accuracy, and efficiency
Demonstrate knowledge in all areas of cooking preparation and production
Assist with serving of meals and ware washing as necessary
Visit residents periodically to evaluate food service such as quality, quantity, temperature, and appearance; and conduct evaluations to make revisions in operations / procedures to promote improved food service
Represent the community in a warm and inviting manner, which creates a positive marketing environment
Supports creating a culture where the business decisions made in this position, along with individual employee engagement, drive top-line revenue and occupancy
Able to stand or walk for up to eight (8) hours per day, bend, stoop, and stretch frequently throughout the day Moderate to heavy physical effort needed infrequently
Have manual dexterity for preparing food
Ability to use standard industrial kitchen appliances required
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. independently. May be exposed to extreme temperatures (freezers and stoves-range burners) for short periods of time May be exposed to industrial cleaning chemicals. Must be able to see, hear, and communicate with others
Able to see, hear, and communicate with others

Benefits

Comprehensive health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Accident insurance
Short-term disability insurance
Supplemental life insurance
Personal life insurance
Paid time off starting at 128 hours your first year
Tuition reimbursement & scholarship opportunities
Access to a 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with a Carillon match
Employee Referral Program resulting in $300 for each successful employment referral
Offering Everyday Pay!
Your personal and professional growth is important to us, so we provide continual professional training and career advancement opportunities.
You will enjoy being part of a great team in a fun, engaging work environment!