Cook

Freedom Village at Brandywine; Coatesville (Chester County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Freedom Village at Brandywine in Coatesville, PA is seeking a skilled, hospitality-driven Cook to lead hands-on food production and elevate the dining experience for residents. You will bring creativity, consistency, and care to every dish, with a focus on dietary compliance and resident satisfaction.

This role supports the Executive Chef in menu execution and production, requires a culinary degree or formal training, and 2–5 years in a high-volume kitchen.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen.
• Strong understanding of dietary requirements and safe food handling.
• Ability to create elevated yet comforting meals with attention to detail.
• Positive attitude and team-first mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead hands-on food production and ensure menu execution.
• Support the Executive Chef in recipe development and production.
• Maintain sanitation, organization, timing, and cleanliness.
• Prepare meals for special diets per guidelines.
• Collaborate on daily prep and service with residents' feedback.
• Mentor junior kitchen staff and uphold hospitality standards.

Skills

High-volume kitchen experience

Team player

Education

Culinary degree or formal training

Job description

Bring Your Culinary Craft to a Place That Feeds the Soul.

When you work at Freedom Village at Brandywine, you’re not just cooking meals — you’re nourishing lives. Each day, you’ll have a front-row seat to the wisdom, joy, and stories of the most remarkable generation. And you'll be part of an extraordinary company investing in the future of senior living — by investing in you.

Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life.

We’re currently seeking a skilled, hospitality-driven Cook with strong culinary experience to join our team. If you're a chef-level professional with a heart for service and the chops to back it up, we’d love to meet you.

What You’ll Do:

As a Cook in our Culinary Services Department, you’ll lead hands-on food production and bring creativity, consistency, and care to every dish. You’ll play a vital role in menu execution, dietary compliance, and the overall dining experience.

Pay starts at $18–$20/hour, based on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and present meals that meet high culinary and dietary standards — with both flavor and visual appeal.
• Execute seasonal and rotating menus with precision, supporting the Executive Chef in recipe development and production.
• Ensure top-tier kitchen operations: sanitation, organization, timing, and cleanliness.
• Cook for special diets (e.g., diabetic, low-sodium, pureed) according to community guidelines and resident needs.
• Collaborate on daily prep and service, maintaining consistency and efficiency.
• Interact with residents, gathering feedback to elevate the dining experience.
• Mentor junior kitchen staff as needed and support a positive, professional kitchen culture.
• Uphold company standards of hospitality, customer service, and presentation at all times.

What We’re Looking For:

• Culinary degree strongly preferred or formal training
• Minimum2-5 years of experience in a high-volume kitchen (restaurant, hotel, or senior living)
• Strong understanding of dietary requirements and safe food handling
• A passion for creating elevated yet comforting meals with attention to detail
• Positive attitude, team-first mindset, and a genuine love of serving others

Many positions at our community may require information on your vaccination status, including for MMR, hepatitis, varicella, influenza, and COVID-19. Please note: all employees must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or receive an approved exemption as a condition of employment.

Join us in redefining what senior dining can be.

Job Info

• Job Identification 39138
• Posting Date 08/19/2026, 08:02 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Locations 15 Freedom Blvd, Coatesville, PA, 19320, US