Line Cook Full Time

LONGHORN VILLAGE • Austin, TX

2d

About The Position

The Line Cook prepares palatable, properly portioned food for residents and guests in accordance with production sheets, standardized recipes, preparation methods, portion-control standards, schedules, sanitary standards, and serving procedures. The role prepares menu items for residents, guests, and personnel, including following modified diets as specified by the diet spread approved by the Consulting Dietician. The Line Cook also leads and serves food from the production line during meal periods, follows serving-size and presentation guidelines, communicates with cooks, managers, and front-of-house staff, and maintains a work area that complies with OSHA safety standards.

Longhorn Village is a Texas-based nonprofit retirement community offering independent living and a continuum of on-site care, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. The employer seeks someone with a positive customer-service attitude, an interest in geriatric care, and the ability to motivate others and maintain relationships with staff and residents.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow diet instructions and menus.
• Knowledge of basic methods for preparing food in quantities and familiarity with seasoning requirements.
• General knowledge of routine diets or ability to find needed information.
• Ability to operate kitchen equipment and use utensils effectively.
• Strong positive attitude toward customer service.
• Genuine interest in geriatric care.
• Ability to motivate and maintain relationships with staff and residents.
• Leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare menu items for residents, guests, and personnel according to Food Production sheets.
• Follow modified-diet instructions in accordance with the diet spread approved by the Consulting Dietician.
• Lead and serve food from the production line during meal periods.
• Follow serving-size standards and presentation guidelines.
• Communicate effectively with cooks, managers, and front-of-house staff, verbally and in writing.
• Maintain the work area and keep the department in compliance with OSHA safety standards.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• HSA and FSA
• Short-term disability, accident, and life insurance
• Vacation and sick time
• 403B retirement savings plan with discretionary employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount meal program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED