Lead Cook - $16 to $20 per HOUR

Cypress Village is a well-established senior living community dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults by creating a warm, welcoming, and engaging environment. Known for its commitment to quality care and vibrant community life, Cypress Village offers residents not just a place to live but a lifestyle full of meaningful experiences, social activities, and supportive services. The community prides itself on a resident-centered approach that combines highly skilled professional staff with compassionate care, fostering a sense of belonging and dignity among its seniors. With a focus on innovation and continuous improvement in senior care, Cypress Village is constantly investing in its people and infrastructure to stay at the forefront of the senior living industry. This dedication extends to its team members, who participate in ongoing training and professional development opportunities to build rewarding, long-lasting careers. At Cypress Village, the role of Lead Cook II is pivotal in upholding the community’s high standards for culinary excellence and hospitality. This hands-on leadership position within the Community Culinary Services Department involves full-scope production cooking and requires both culinary skill and supervisory abilities. The Lead Cook II is responsible for preparing delicious, nutritious meals that meet dietary requirements and presentation standards while maintaining a superior level of quality service and cleanliness at all times. This position plays a key role in creating a positive dining experience, contributing to residents' comfort and satisfaction. As a Lead Cook II, you will manage daily kitchen operations including organizing paperwork, scheduling, and assisting kitchen staff with their duties. Your role will involve ensuring proper labeling and compliance with safety standards, overseeing food portioning and presentation, and directing the kitchen activities in the absence of the Executive Chef. Besides managing everyday kitchen functions, you will also assist in menu planning, costing, and preparing special themed buffets and holiday menus. Your leadership extends to supervision of utility workers in daily cleaning projects and coordination of catered events and special functions. This position requires a minimum of one year of cooking experience in a restaurant, senior living, or equivalent setting, with a high school diploma as a base educational requirement and a culinary degree preferred. Cypress Village prioritizes employee health and safety, mandating proof of COVID-19 vaccination or an approved exemption as a condition of employment. This role is ideal for an enthusiastic and compassionate individual passionate about hospitality and senior engagement who desires to make a meaningful impact in the lives of senior residents through exceptional culinary service. Joining Cypress Village means being part of a company that values its employees, supports their growth, and invites them to contribute to an extraordinary life within a community dedicated to seniors' well-being. If you have a love for cooking combined with the ability to lead a kitchen team and a commitment to excellent customer service, Cypress Village welcomes your application to join this dynamic and caring team.

• High school diploma
• Minimum of one year cooking experience in a restaurant or senior living environment
• Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or approved exemption
• Ability to work in a fast-paced kitchen setting
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness
• Good organizational skills
• Ability to supervise kitchen staff and utility workers