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Denton, TX - USA

profile Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: 22-08-2025
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 Denton an Assisted Living with Memory Care senior community

Pay Rate: $18/hr.

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 supervisors 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 communitys 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 (culinary school training is a plus).
  • Accredited food handler certification within 60 days as per State guidelines.
  • 6 months to 1 year of proven experience as a cook.
  • Experience with 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.

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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 matchPerks at Work- Discounted pricing on purc...
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Key Skills

  • Culinary Experience
  • Food Handling
  • Restaurant Experience
  • Food Preparation Experience
  • Kitchen Experience
  • Hotel Experience
  • Taleo
  • Cake Decorating
  • Cooking
  • Baking
  • Sanitation
  • Knife Skills

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