Cook

Leewood Healthcare Center; Annandale (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Leewood Healthcare Center in Annandale, VA, is seeking kitchen staff for full-time, part-time, and all shifts. You will prepare meals per menus and recipes, ensure timely service, and assist with special diet orders while maintaining strict sanitation and HIPAA compliance.

Experience in large-scale food preparation and knowledge of food safety are preferred; English communication is required. Join a purpose-driven team delivering quality food service for residents.

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience preferred; healthcare or long-term care experience a plus.
• Ability to prepare food in large quantities according to planned menus.
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders.
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and in appropriate portions.
• Prepare food for therapeutic and special diets as directed.
• Review menus and diet changes prior to meal preparation.
• Assist with meal service, substitutions, and special events as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and food storage areas.
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards.
• Monitor food supplies and report needs to Food Services Director.
• Complete required documentation and reports.
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements.

Skills

Large quantity cooking

Food safety

English communication

Team oriented

Dependable

Job description

Full-Time | Part-Time | All Shifts Available

Responsibilities

• Prepare meals according to planned menus, standardized recipes, and special diet orders
• Ensure meals are prepared and served on time and in appropriate portions
• Prepare food for therapeutic and special diets as directed
• Review menus and diet changes prior to meal preparation
• Assist with meal service, substitutions, and special events as needed
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of kitchen, equipment, and food storage areas
• Follow infection control, food safety, and sanitation standards
• Monitor food supplies and report needs to Food Services Director
• Complete required documentation and reports
• Adhere to HIPAA and resident confidentiality requirements

Qualifications

• Prior cooking experience preferred, healthcare or long-term care experience a plus
• Ability to prepare food in large quantities
• Knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices
• Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary instructions
• Dependable, organized, and team-oriented
• Ability to communicate effectively in English

Physical Requirements

• Standing for extended periods
• Lifting, bending, and moving kitchen equipment and supplies
• Working in warm kitchen environments
• Exposure to food service equipment and cleaning chemicals

Reasonable accommodations may be provided.

Why Join Us

• Stable role in a healthcare environment
• Supportive leadership and team collaboration
• Opportunity to take pride in quality food service
• Purpose-driven work supporting resident well-being