Job description
** Buckner Retirement Services Community: ** Parkway Place
** Location: ** Houston, TX - Onsite
** Address: ** 1321 Park Bayou Dr, Houston, TX 77077
** Job Schedule ** : Occasional/ PRN
We are seeking a Cook to join our community committed to delivering outstanding food to our residents. As a Cook, you will play a n important role in all phases of food preparation that meets or exceeds Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!
** What you'll do: **
- Prepare food items using Westminster Place standardized recipes and ensure that all food meets quality and service standards.
- Prepare meals based on menu requirements.
- Review menus and select appropriate ingredients and supplies in order to prepare for cooking meals, including selecting the appropriate amount of food for daily menus.
- Obtain necessary supplies from storage areas in adequate time for meal production.
- Cook breakfast, and/or lunch, and/or dinner meals that are nourishing, palatable and appetizing in appearance using standard recipes.
- Monitor quality of food items during production for taste, smell, appearance, and temperature.
- Prepare meals in a cost effective and efficient manner; utilize food items and equipment in a safe, efficient, and effective manner.
- Obtain approval from supervisor on all food substitutions.
- Maintain meal count and documentation records in accordance with standards as required. Monitor for overproduction and recommend effective and appropriate utilization of leftovers.
- Maintain food inventories and complete requisition forms.
** What you ’ll bring : **
- High School diploma or GED
- Minimum one-year related experience
- Requires knowledge of and ability to learn food serving, cleanliness and sanitation requirements.
- Requires ability to use up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or 20 pounds continuously to move food service and preparation equipment and other objects.
- Requires ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; ability to turn, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, push, pull, stand and walk over 75% of shift.
*The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the * * essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job. * * *
** About Buckner Retirement Services : **
Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer. * *
*The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, **age, *sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.