Cook - FW (PT)

We are an assisted living location that specializes in Memory Care and has an Alzheimer's Designation. We are looking for a cook in our Keller location. This position requires some direct interaction with the residents and requires a kind and gentle individual who derives personal satisfaction from caring for others. They must also possess patience and understanding to interact with residents with dementia. Because they interact directly with the residents, it is also important that they display a positive attitude and have an outgoing personality, and of course must maintain a professional appearance.This location for memory care has two buildings with a total capacity of 48 residents. The kitchen is residential in lay-out, with commercial equipment and prepares three meals and three snacks a day.If you are a culinary trained individual it is a plus but not required for this position. The ideal candidate for this position may also come from a background of a school cafeteria, corporate lunchroom, or a restaurant that serves a buffet style meal. The menu here is from scratch but very "comfort food" in style. These are the entrees that we all ate growing up like chicken fried steak, meatloaf, or fried catfish.Duties:

Responsible for preparation of all meals, snacks, and special diet items.

Responsible for following all state and local health codes

Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe kitchen environment

Responsible for maintaining an accurate inventory of all food items

Responsible for following the direction of the Location Manager or Food and Beverage Director

Hours:The hours of this position are 6:00am to 6:00pm four to five days a week.You will be scheduled off one or two weekends a month depending on the rotation. This is an hourly position with pay commensurate with experience. Regular overtime will be expected and scheduled​

Must be able to speak, read, and follow instructions in English

Must be knowledgeable in, and practice safe food handling procedures. A Texas Food Managers Certification is a plus but not required for the right candidate

Must be organized and able to maintain a clean, organized work environment

Must be able to prepare, cook, and serve all meals in a timely manner.

Must pay attention to quality and presentation of meals served.

In addition to the above, the following qualifications are required of Avalon staff:

Pass a criminal background check

Statement of history of no abuse or neglect

Reliable transportation

Documentation of immunizations

Must be at least 18 years of age or a high school graduate

ID: 2020-1103 External Company Name: Avalon Memory Care External Company URL: https://avalonmemorycare.com/ Street: 4551 Boat Club Road Hiring Status: Now Hiring!