Compassionate Senior Living Cook: Nutritious Meals

Greenbrier Senior Living; Virginia Beach (VA); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO and holiday pay

Career growth and advancement

Supportive team environment

Rewards and recognition programs

Job summary

Greenbrier Senior Living in Virginia Beach is seeking a dependable Cook to join our dining services team. If you enjoy preparing delicious meals, working with a team, and making a difference in the lives of seniors, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities include preparing meals, ensuring nutrition and proper portions, maintaining cleanliness, and collaborating on menus while following safety standards and infection control guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Culinary education is a plus.
• At least 1 year of cooking experience required, preferably in a restaurant, healthcare, senior living, or food service setting.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Passion for providing exceptional service.

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes
• Ensure meals are nutritious, properly portioned, and attractively presented
• Maintain proper food temperatures and prepare enough food to meet resident needs
• Assist with menu planning and food preparation
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
• Clean cooking equipment, kitchen areas, and food preparation spaces
• Work with leadership regarding menus, therapeutic diets, and resident dietary needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Cooking experience

Food safety knowledge

Teamwork

Time management

Organizational skills

Independent work

Customer service passion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Culinary education is a plus

Job description

3107 Timberlake Road
Vestavia Hills, AL35243

Greenbrier Senior Living

Cook

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Aviva Pembroke, a premier senior living community in Virginia Beach, is looking for a dependable and passionate Cook to join our dining services team. If you enjoy preparing delicious meals, working in a team-oriented environment, and making a difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to hear from you!

What We Offer

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Supportive team environment
• Employee rewards and recognition programs

Responsibilities

• Prepare high-quality meals according to planned menus and standardized recipes
• Ensure meals are nutritious, properly portioned, and attractively presented
• Maintain proper food temperatures and prepare enough food to meet resident needs
• Assist with menu planning and food preparation
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and infection control standards
• Clean cooking equipment, kitchen areas, and food preparation spaces
• Work with leadership regarding menus, therapeutic diets, and resident dietary needs
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Culinary education is a plus
• At least 1 year of cooking experience required, preferably in a restaurant, healthcare, senior living, or food service setting
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation procedures
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Passion for providing exceptional service

Physical Requirements

• Stand and walk for extended periods
• Bend, stoop, reach, crouch, and kneel throughout the shift
• Lift up to 40 pounds without assistance

Why Aviva Pembroke?

At Aviva Pembroke, our residents deserve outstanding dining experiences every day. As a Cook, you'll play an important role in creating meals that bring comfort, enjoyment, and a true sense of home. We value our team members and provide opportunities to grow your career while working in a positive, supportive environment.

Apply today and become part of a team that is making a difference every day!

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check, reference checks, pre-employment drug screening, physical examination, and verification of employment eligibility.

Aviva Pembroke is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.