Cook (Line Cook) - Senior Living Community
Overview
You will own the daily meal preparation for residents at Ariel Pointe, a Civitas Senior Living community in Sachse, Texas. You'll follow established recipes and plating standards to deliver top-notch cuisine in a warm, team-oriented kitchen. Working alongside the Chef Manager, you'll maintain food safety and sanitation protocols while contributing to a collaborative culinary environment. This role offers Next Day Pay, Paid Time Off, and career growth opportunities in a certified Great Place to Work.
What You'll Do8
- 1Prepare assigned meals following established recipes and plating standards for resident dining.
- 2Maintain temperature charts and food safety records to ensure compliance with sanitation protocols.
- 3Monitor inventory and notify the Chef of supply needs for streamlined kitchen operations.
- 4Organize kitchen, food storage, and dish room areas to uphold Civitas standards of cleanliness.
- 5Implement first-in, first-out food rotation, verifying proper dating and organization for freshness.
- 6Assist the Chef Manager in training staff and improving kitchen efficiency.
- 7Follow all food handling and safety policies to meet regulatory requirements.
- 8Uphold personal grooming and kitchen hygiene standards set by the community.
Requirements8
- 1Experience as a Cook or Chef in a restaurant or similar setting.
- 2Ability to follow recipes and plating standards with attention to detail.
- 3Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
- 4Physical endurance to stand for long shifts and lift up to 30 pounds.
- 5Positive attitude and commitment to teamwork and continuous learning.
- 6Willingness to work a consistent schedule with no late nights.
- 7Must pass a screening process as required by state regulations.
- 8Residency within the state of Texas.
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