Cook

Brookdale; Woodbridge (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k)

Associate assistance program

Employee discounts

Referral program

Paid Time Off

Paid holidays

Company provided life insurance

Adoption benefit

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Health Savings Account

Optional life and dependent life ins.

Voluntary benefits including accident,

Critical illness and hospital indemn.

Legal plan

Job summary

Brookdale is seeking culinary staff in Woodbridge, VA to prepare and serve meals in a resident-focused setting. You will follow standardized recipes, handle cutting tools, cookware, and bakeware, and contribute to a clean, safe kitchen environment.

There are opportunities for advancement into lead cook, sous chef, and dining services management roles. Brookdale offers comprehensive health and retirement benefits, and a supportive environment designed to help associates grow professionally while

Qualifications

• Experience cooking in a professional kitchen and following recipes.
• Knowledge of sanitation standards and safe food handling.
• Ability to prep and portion foods to meet timelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, portion and serve food according to recipes and menus.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness in the kitchen.
• Cook foods in a timely manner at designated meal times.

Skills

Cooking

Food safety

Kitchen sanitation

Time management

Tools

Cutting tools

Cookware

Bakeware

Job description

Job Description

Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity.

No Late Nights! Grow your career with Brookdale! Our Cooks have the option to explore exciting opportunities for advancement in positions such as Lead Cooks, Sous Chefs and Managers of Dining Services.

Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You’ll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.

Part And Full Time Benefits Eligibility

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance


• 401(k)


• Associate assistance program


• Employee discounts


• Referral program


• Early access to earned wages for hourly associates (outside of CA)


• Optional voluntary benefits including ID theft protection and pet insurance

Full Time Only Benefits Eligibility

• Paid Time Off


• Paid holidays


• Company provided life insurance


• Adoption benefit


• Disability (short and long term)


• Flexible Spending Accounts


• Health Savings Account


• Optional life and dependent life insurance


• Optional voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness and hospital indemnity Insurance, and legal plan


• Tuition reimbursement

Base pay in range will be determined by applicant’s skills and experience. Temporary associates are not benefits eligible but may participate in the company’s 401(k) program.

Veterans, transitioning active duty military personnel, and military spouses are encouraged to apply. To support our associates in their journey to become a U.S. citizen, Brookdale offers to advance fees for naturalization (Form N-400) application costs, up to $725, less applicable taxes and withholding, for qualified associates who have been with us for at least a year.

The application window is anticipated to close within 30 days of the date of the posting.

Responsibilities

• Ensures proper preparation, portioning and serving of food according to standardized recipes and menus. You will use your prior experience with cutting tools, cookware and bakeware, combined with your knowledge of cooking procedures and methods of grilling, baking and boiling as a critical part of your role.


• Adheres to all sanitation and food safety standards. Maintains a clean kitchen.


• Prepares food in a timely manner at specified meal times

Brookdale is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

About Us

Brookdale is a Great Place to Be:

• Gracious hospitality and neighborliness for our residents and families.


• Home-like feel and all-around comfort for residents and visiting family members.


• Entertaining events and gatherings so our residents can find connections in groups and 1:1 settings.


• Industry leader in clinical care.


• Nationwide company with 589 communities as of November 30, 2025, offering many opportunities to grow and learn as a sales professional.


• Extensive corporate support including a robust training program.