Cook - $18 per HOUR

The Delaney at Lake Waco is a distinguished senior living community dedicated to providing an exceptional quality of life for its residents. Situated in a serene and beautiful location, this community offers its residents not only a comfortable and supportive living environment but also an opportunity to engage in meaningful experiences and relationships. With a focus on compassionate care, hospitality, and wellness, The Delaney at Lake Waco is renowned for its commitment to the dignity and overall well-being of its senior residents. The organization prides itself on fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere where each individual is treated with the utmost respect and kindness. As a hospitality-focused Cook at The Delaney at Lake Waco, you become an integral part of a team that values both culinary excellence and the personal growth of its members. This full-time position offers a pay rate of $18 per hour and embodies the spirit of service that the community is known for. The role centers on hands-on production cooking within the Community Culinary Services Department and requires a dedication to maintaining superior quality and cleanliness standards. You will play a direct role in enhancing the dining experience of the residents by preparing delicious, nutritious meals that meet regulatory requirements, dietary restrictions, and the high presentation standards expected at the community. Working in this role means more than just preparing food — it means contributing to an extraordinary life for the wisest people on earth. You will uphold all operational and sanitary guidelines, ensure meals comply with nutritional criteria, and assist with meal serving and ware washing as needed. You will also engage with residents to evaluate their satisfaction with the meals, promoting continuous improvement in food service practices. At The Delaney at Lake Waco, every team member is viewed as a contributor to the community's success and well-being. The cook position provides a unique opportunity to develop culinary skills in a specialized environment that blends hospitality with senior care. The community fosters professional growth and values employees who connect meaningfully with residents, help maintain a positive communal atmosphere, and support the community’s business goals involving revenue and occupancy growth. In this role, you can expect to work alongside passionate professionals who prioritize enriching the lives of seniors while creating an inviting and healthy dining environment. The Delaney at Lake Waco invests in its staff, recognizing that their engagement and expertise directly influence the quality of life for residents. If you are an enthusiastic, compassionate professional with a passion for hospitality and senior engagement, this role offers a rewarding career path where your efforts will be valued and your impact genuine.

• high school diploma
• minimum of one year restaurant or senior living cooking experience
• culinary degree preferred
• background check and drug screen are required
• ability to comply with vaccination requirements such as MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 as applicable