Cook

Viva Senior Living; Stafford (VA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Viva Senior Living in Virginia is seeking a dedicated Cook to join our team. The role focuses on following recipes accurately, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring proper food handling for residents.

The ideal candidate has experience in assisted living or healthcare settings, ServSafe or equivalent certification, and strong teamwork and communication to interact with residents at meals. You will prepare meals per standardized menus, adapt for dietary needs, and provide plated meals with

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook, preferably in an assisted living or healthcare setting.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety training.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary instructions accurately.
• Strong knowledge of proper food safety and handling procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to cleanliness.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation in accordance with standardized menu options
• Service of plated meals
• Create special menu requests as they arise
• Personal interaction with residents at every meal.
• Adapt meals as needed to suit special dietary needs.

Skills

Cook experience

Recipe following

Food safety procedures

Organizational skills

Attention to cleanliness

Fast-paced environment

Communication and teamwork

Education

ServSafe certification or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Cook to join our team. The ideal candidate will have experience working in an assisted living environment and possess a strong commitment to food safety and quality. This role requires following recipes accurately, maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, and ensuring proper food handling and portion control during meal preparation and service.

Responsibilities

• Meal preparation in accordance with standardized menu options
• Service of plated meals
• Create special menu requests as they arise
• Personal interaction with residents at every meal.
• Adapt meals as needed to suit special dietary needs.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Cook, preferably in an assisted living or healthcare setting.
• ServSafe certification or equivalent food safety training.
• Ability to follow recipes and dietary instructions accurately.
• Strong knowledge of proper food safety and handling procedures.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to cleanliness.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.