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Prep Cook

The Aspenwood Company
Houston, TX Full Time
POSTED ON 3/2/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/28/2025

Are you passionate about creating delicious meals and bringing joy to seniors? We have a fantastic opportunity for a full-time Prep Cook who is enthusiastic, dedicated, and ready to make a positive impact in our residents' lives. If you have a love for cooking and a heart for service, we'd love to have you join our team! Apply today and help us create a delightful dining experience for our residents every day.

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 of River Oaks, an Independent and Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community

Pay Rate : $15.50 / hour

Full-Time Schedule : Wednesday - Sunday | 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m.

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, using fresh, canned, dry, or frozen ingredients.
  • Adhere to residents' special dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Ensure all food items meet guidelines for temperature, taste, and quality by monitoring and taste-testing.
  • Use various utensils and grillers to cook food, checking and stirring or turning as needed.
  • Dress dishes for a great presentation before serving.
  • Maintain a sanitized and orderly kitchen environment; ensure all equipment is cleaned, functioning properly, and turned off before closing.
  • Store all food and items correctly to maintain freshness and safety.
  • Check and ensure the quality of ingredients.
  • Monitor stock levels and, with supervisor's approval, place orders for shortages.
  • Follow nutrition and sanitation guidelines, including governmental and company policies, ensuring 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.
  • MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • High School Diploma or GED; training from a culinary school is a plus.
  • Must obtain an accredited food handler certification within 60 days, as per State guidelines.
  • 6 months to 1 year of proven experience as a cook.
  • Experience using cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware.
  • Knowledge of various cooking procedures and methods (grilling, baking, boiling, etc.).
  • Ability to follow all sanitation procedures.
  • Team player with effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Excellent physical condition and stamina.
  • EOE / M / F / D / V

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