Cook

Cook Position At Clearwater Highland Park

Are you passionate about serving seniors? Do you want to be part of a team that strives to create experiences that celebrate our seniors?

Clearwater Highland Park is a premier luxury senior living community in Dallas, TX and is looking for a full-time Cook to join the team!

Clearwater Living associates enjoy great benefits:

• Excellent benefits
• 401(k) contributions
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Exciting opportunities to grow
• Dynamic and fast paced environment
• Culture of people first and service always

The responsibilities of the Cook are to prepare food of the highest quality and taste for the residents, guests, and associates at the community in accordance with the recipes and planned menus provided.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all food items in accordance with planned menus and recipes provided and ensure the meals are appetizing, nutritional, and meet any special dietary requests or requirements
• Ensure all food is served at the correct temperature and charted as such
• Ensure there is proper plate presentation
• Consult with the Chef on any menu changes or substations
• Ensure food storage areas are clean and organized at all times
• Prepare food in accordance with all governmental, sanitary, and dietitian regulations as well as established policies and procedures
• Take care of food orders when they arrive in a timely manner
• Dispose of food and waste in accordance with established policies
• Ensure all leftovers are properly stored, labeled, and dated
• Record temperatures of refrigerators, freezers, and dishwashers
• Responsible for cleanliness of the kitchen and dining areas
• May supervise Dishwashers in the absence of the Culinary Management
• Prepare upcoming menu items ensuring they are stocked, and pulled as directed by recipes
• Responsible for safe storage and efficient use of all items within the kitchen's inventory
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately
• Comply with Clearwater Living standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations
• Display a positive and professional image through actions and maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform and name tag when working
• Represent the Clearwater Living principles and core values on a daily basis
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or required

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 2yr experience in a high volume scratch kitchen
• Background clearances as required by government regulations

Clearwater Living is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.