Cook II

Company: Reata Glen
Location: Mission Viejo
Posted on: May 11, 2025

Job Description:

Full Time Cook II - $1,000 SIGN ON BONUS 40 hour work week, including a minimum of one weekend day shift. Shift Hours = Monday - Saturday 11:30am - 8:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 4:30pm $22-$23 per hour LOTS of Opportunity in a Stable & Beautiful work environment. Fulltime Benefits include PTO, Holidays, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more. 401k with Employer Match. Tuition Assistance. Talent development reviews and growth opportunities. Commuter Reimbursement. GENERAL SUMMARY: The Cook II is responsible for the preparation of all food items based on standardized recipes. PRINCIPLE DUTIES: --- Responsible for preparing and serving all food items based on standardized recipes to include, but not limited to: sauces, saut--s, boils, braises and roasts items as well as fries, steams, grills, bakes, and short order cook. --- Prepares a variety of meats, seafood, poultry, fish, vegetables and other food items for cooking, assuming 100% responsibility for quality of products served. --- Assist in food prep assignments to include daily prep, special functions, banquets, catering, holiday and special events. --- Stocks and maintains sufficient levels of food products at line stations to assure a smooth service period. --- Plans food production to coordinate with meal serving hours and determines amount and type of food and supplies required for daily menus. Ensures that excellence, quality, temperature and appearance of food are preserved. --- Follows all safety procedures when handling kitchen equipment and complies with department sanitation standards and personal hygiene/uniform standards. --- Performs other duties as required and assigned by Chefs and/or supervisor. Why you'll love Reata Glen: Reata Glen is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering a variety of villas and apartment homes to hundreds of residents. Full services are provided, including restaurant dining, housekeeping and laundry, maintenance services, transportation, fitness classes, wellness programs, and numerous activities. We strive to make sure our employees are reaching their goals and working in the role they enjoy. We provide the perfect environment for learning and opportunities for growth. We listen to feedback and make changes to ensure the best work environment. What you will bring: --- Minimum of three years experience as a cook in a hotel, restaurant, retirement community or similar institution. --- Ability to plan and organize work, to interpret instructions, recipes, specifications and standards. --- Knowledge of kitchen equipment operations and maintenance. Some knowledge of nutrition and diet. --- Culinary education preferred. Our company is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status Employment Type: Full Time Years Experience: 1 - 3 years Salary: $22 - $23 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No

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