Cook

The Mather in Tysons; Tysons (VA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO) program

401(k) program with employer match

Wellness Spending Account up to $300

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Job summary

A luxury senior living community is seeking an experienced Cook to prepare quality meals from scratch for multiple dining venues. The role requires experience in a high-quality kitchen, effective communication skills, and a sensitivity towards senior residents. Join a dynamic culinary team in Tysons and enjoy competitive pay, benefits, and on-the-job perks!

Qualifications

• Must have prior experience in a high-quality kitchen environment.
• Ability to follow standardized recipes is essential.
• Must be sensitive to older adults' needs.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing meals for the kitchen team.
• Maintain high standards of food quality.
• Work collaboratively with other kitchen staff.

Skills

Knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques

Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant or senior living

Ability to communicate effectively

Adept at operating kitchen equipment

Reliable attendance

Sensitivity to the needs of older adults

Teamwork skills

Job description

Overview

Join a multiple-award-winning workplace as an experienced and versatile Cook who can assist in preparing all types of food, while maintaining the highest quality and standards. You’ll join our culinary team, which makes quality meals from scratch for multiple restaurants within our luxury senior living residence. Help us create exceptional dining experiences for residents, and enjoy competitive hourly rates, full benefits, on-the-job perks, and paid skills training opportunities.

We have full-time opportunities available. Weeknight, weekend, and holiday availability required.

Qualifications and Skills

• Knowledge and understanding of cooking techniques.
• Prior experience within a high-quality restaurant, country club, hotel or senior living company preferred.
• Ability to communicate with supervisors, co-workers, residents, and guests and to follow standardized recipes.
• Able to operate kitchen equipment and tools found within the hospitality/health care industry.
• Effective written communication skills, and the ability to read and interpret instructions.
• Reliable, predictable, and punctual attendance, to provide timely service to internal and external customers and to support uninterrupted business operations.
• Must be sensitive to the needs of older adults and enjoy working with a senior population.
• Ability to work productively in a team environment.

Benefits

• A generous paid time off (PTO) program including vacation days/personal days, sick days, and holidays. This is an “earn-as-you-go” plan that rolls over year to year, offering long- and short-term flexibility.
• A 401(k) program with per pay-period employer match and annual employer contribution (available to those age 21 or better).
• Convenient, subsidized parking (or public transportation for certain locations).
• Wellness Spending Account: up to $300 available annually for Wellness related expenses such as gym memberships, financial planning, etc.

Benefits-eligible team members can take advantage of:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Adoption Assistance Reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
• Extended illness benefits
• Employee wellness programs
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Life insurance – free to all team members

*Benefits are subject to change without notice. Benefits details dependent on employment status.

About The Mather

The Mather is a Life Plan Community in Tysons, Virginia, for those 62 and better that defies expectations of what senior living is supposed to be. More than a luxury residence, The Mather is in an enviable walkable, urban neighborhood, close to the Metro and all the DC area has to offer. Opened in March 2024, The Mather includes 293 independent living apartment homes, as well as assisted living, memory support, and skilled nursing, along with multiple restaurants, a fitness center, art studio, gardens and more. The Mather is located at 7929 Westpark Drive, Tysons.

About Mather

Based in Evanston, Illinois, Mather is a unique, non-denominational, not-for-profit organization founded in 1941. Dedicated to developing and implementing Ways to Age WellSM, we create programs, places, and residences for today’s young-at-heart older adults. Mather has received a national certification as a Great Place to Work, and has been selected as a Nation’s Best and Brightest in Wellness Award recipient four years in a row.

Mather is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to an inclusive workforce. Candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

How to Apply

Interested in building your career at The Mather in Tysons? Apply online to explore future opportunities.

Notice

The information above is provided for job posting purposes. This posting contains no employment contract or guarantee of employment.