Cook
About the role
Our cooks are personable and friendly individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and have a passion for providing excellent service by preparing high-quality and delicious meals that exceed our residents' expectations every single day. Join our team at one of our senior living communities offering independent living, assisted living, or memory care, where we put Residents First while being team-focused and quality-centered. At Sagora, we invest in and empower our team members to move upward within the company and in their careers. Based on team member surveys, we are certified as a Great Place to Work! Our Core Values are Commitment, Empowerment, Communication, Excellence, and Teamwork. Did you know that our name Sagora comes from the combination of two words – Sage, which means wisdom or wise person, and Agora, which means a gathering place? Our communities are a gathering place of wisdom!
Benefits
- Company-paid telemedicine service for benefit-eligible team members
- On-Demand Pay – request a pay advance
- Discount and rewards program – use for electronics, food, car buying, travel, fitness, and more
- Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Flex Spending Account
- Dependent Care Flex Plan
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching
- Paid time off and Holiday pay
- Team Member Assistance Program – counseling services
- Discounted Meal Tickets
- Referral Bonus Program – earn money for referring your friends
- Tuition Assistance (for programs directly related to team member's position)
- Lasting relationships with our residents who have so much wisdom to share
Position Details
- Community: Magnolia Court Assisted Living & Memory Care
- Address: 5902 North St
- Phone: +1 936-569-6227
- Status: Full-time
Responsibilities
- Cook à la carte items
- Monitor stock
- Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of equipment, food storage, and work areas
- Assist with training of all Culinary team members
- Follow established methods of meal preparation and presentation
- Serve meals to residents promptly and in a friendly and courteous manner
Requirements
- One or more years of experience in a commercial kitchen preferred
- Must possess ServSafe Certification and Food Handler's permit as regulated by state and local authorities
- Must have skills in preparing specialized dishes for specific diets
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and other team members