Cook

Company: Riverstone Memory Care
Location: 20313 S. University Blvd., Missouri City, TX 77459
Employment Type: Full-Time
Pay Range: $15.00–$16.00 per hour

Job Summary

Riverstone Memory Care is seeking a dependable and experienced Cook to join our dining services team. The ideal candidate must have prior experience working in a memory care facility or a senior living environment serving residents with dementia or Alzheimer's disease. The Cook will be responsible for preparing nutritious, high-quality meals according to established menus, maintaining food safety standards, and ensuring a clean and sanitary kitchen environment.

Key Responsibilities

- Prepare and cook meals according to established menus, recipes, and dietary requirements under the direction of the Dining Services Director.

- Ensure proper food preparation, portion control, and presentation while accommodating residents' dietary needs.

- Follow special dietary instructions, including texture-modified meals and other prescribed dietary restrictions, as applicable.

- Maintain food safety and sanitation standards in accordance with applicable health regulations and facility policies.

- Ensure all food items in refrigerators, freezers, and dry storage areas are properly labeled, dated, and stored.

- Monitor food quality and freshness to ensure meals are safe and suitable for residents.

- Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, workstations, and food storage areas.

- Follow established procedures for food handling, temperature monitoring, and prevention of cross-contamination.

- Collaborate with the dining services team to ensure meals are prepared and served on schedule.

- Demonstrate patience, compassion, and respect when preparing meals for residents in a memory care setting.

- Perform other food service duties as assigned by the Dining Services Director.

Required Qualifications

- Mandatory: Previous experience working in a memory care facility or a senior living community serving residents with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.

- Previous experience in a cook, dietary aide, or food service position.

- Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, and proper food storage procedures.

- Ability to follow menus, recipes, portion guidelines, and special dietary instructions.

- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

- Strong attention to detail, reliability, and organizational skills.

- Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary kitchen environment.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience preparing meals for older adults in assisted living, skilled nursing, or memory care facilities.

- Knowledge of therapeutic diets and texture-modified foods.

- Food handler certification, as required by applicable Texas regulations.

Work Environment

This position operates in a senior living and memory care community. The Cook must be committed to maintaining high food quality, cleanliness, and safety while supporting the nutritional needs and well-being of residents.

Compensation

$15.00–$16.00 per hour , depending on qualifications and experience.