Cook (Full-Time)

Goodwin Living Career Center; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

DailyPay

Free Meals

Access to Fitness Center and Pool

Job summary

Goodwin Living Career Center in Alexandria, Virginia is seeking a dedicated Line Cook to join their culinary team. The position offers an amazing opportunity to work with a fine-dining concept focused on a la minute experience, providing a rewarding environment for both residents and staff.

With competitive pay ranging from $21 to $24 per hour, you can enjoy predictable working hours and resources for career growth.

Join our inclusive culture that fosters talent and embraces diversity!

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a line cook in fine dining.
• High-level proficiency in cooking techniques.
• Energetic attitude with passion for food.

Responsibilities

• Prepare cook-to-order dishes focusing on quality and presentation.
• Maintain high standards for taste and excellence.
• Serve elders, providing a meaningful cooking experience.

Skills

Fine-dining cooking experience

Prep and a la minute techniques

Proactive attitude

Job description

Elevate your craft, redefine your career: Line Cook at Goodwin Living

Are you a fine-dining line cook ready for a new challenge? At Goodwin Living, we're building a culinary program centered on a la minute fine dining for our residents, and we're looking for passionate chefs to join our team. This is your chance to trade the unpredictable hours and grind of the restaurant world for a fulfilling career with purpose, growth, and work-life balance.

This position pays $21/hr-24/hr you should be available 11am-7pm and alternating weekends.

Responsibilities

• Elevate the menu: Leverage your fine-dining experience to prepare chef-inspired, cook-to-order dishes that delight our residents every day.
• Embrace 'a la minute' excellence: Maintain our high standard for quality, taste, and presentation, enhancing the daily lives of those you serve.
• Cook for a purpose: Move beyond serving patrons to serving elders, an experience that our current team members find deeply rewarding and meaningful.

Your Career

• Predictable hours: Enjoy a schedule that allows for a healthier work-life balance, with most shifts ending by 9 p.m.
• Career advancement: Grow with us. We are committed to developing our team and offer clear paths for internal promotion, mentorship, and continued education.
• Exceptional benefits: As a recognized Top Workplace, we offer competitive pay ($21–$24/hour) and benefits for full-time employees, including health, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, and retirement plans.

What we need

• Experience: A minimum of 2 years of experience working as a line cook in a fine-dining restaurant.
• Skill and precision: High-level proficiency in prep and a la minute cooking techniques.
• Energy and passion: An energetic and proactive attitude with a genuine passion for food and people.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• DailyPay: Work and get paid the same day!
• Tuition Assistance for Career Development
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Financial assistance with U.S. Citizenship application or DACA Renewal
• Tutoring for ESL, Citizenship Test & GED
• Staff Emergency Grants
• Retirement Plan- 401(k)
• Free Meals, Access to a Fitness Center, Pool, and More

Equal Opportunity Employer

Goodwin Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and an AARP Employer Pledge Signer. We take pride in our inclusive work culture that values diversity and fosters talent. With us, you are more than just a team member; you are part of a community committed to excellence and continuous learning.