Cook II

Westminster Canterbury Richmond; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, vision, and dental insurance

403(B) retirement savings with company match

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

On-site gym and fitness classes

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Westminster Canterbury Richmond is seeking a Cook 2 to prepare and produce food items in a new restaurant concept focusing on health and nutrition. The position offers creativity, development, and growth for those looking to excel.

As a line cook, you'll work closely with the Executive Chef to create dishes from scratch in a busy service environment. A comprehensive benefits package includes health and dental insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a work-life balance.

Qualifications

• At least two years of professional cooking experience.
• Experience in a la carte cooking environments.
• Ability to lift 35 pounds on your own.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items from the established menu.
• Sanitize equipment and work area.
• Gather materials needed for meal service.
• Attend training and in-services.

Skills

General kitchen functions

Effective communication with customers

Cook to order experience

Batch cooking experience

Butchery experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency

ServSafe certification

Culinary certification or training

Tools

Grill

Fryer

General culinary equipment

Job description

Brief Description

The Cook 2 will prepare and produce food items in one or several restaurants, following a menu and/or creating recipes with a focus on health and nutrition. The role offers creativity, development, and growth for those eager to excel.

You are an experienced line cook who thrives in a busy service environment. This position is part of a new restaurant concept featuring seasonal chef‑driven menus. You will work hands‑on with the Executive Chef and sous chefs to create dishes from scratch and help develop specials and new menu items.

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is \$17.03 to \$21.58. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and produce food items from the established menu or recipe in a timely manner.
• Sanitize equipment and work area, maintaining sanitation standards at all times.
• Gather materials and equipment needed for specific meal service.
• Receive and maintain appropriate levels of supplies.
• Complete special cleaning as assigned.
• Attend training and in‑services to meet state regulations and professional standards and expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Equipment

• Grill
• Fryer
• General culinary and kitchen equipment

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift 35 pounds on your own, 36+ pounds with manual or mechanical assistance.
• Must transport food without assistance or with manual or mechanical assistance.
• Must be able to stand 4 to 6 hours at a time.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, and reach for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work in and withstand extreme temperature fluctuations.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• General knowledge of kitchen functions and menu preparation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers.

Desired Knowledge, Skills, and Ability

• Cook to order and batch cooking experience.
• Butchery experience.

Required Education and Experience

• At least two years of professional cooking experience.

Desired Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• ServSafe certification.
• At least two years in an a la carte cooking environment.
• Actively pursuing culinary certification or training.

Required Behavioral Competencies

• Must be able to work well as a member of a self‑directed team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Must work well and maintain composure under pressure in a fast‑paced environment.
• Positive demeanor at all times and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Highly motivated with a desire to provide excellent service delivery.
• Must be able to work independently as well as with others.
• Offers of employment are conditioned on applicants meeting requirements of a pre‑employment drug screening and background check.

Benefits

• A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental and life insurance, 403(B) retirement savings with company match, vision and dental coverage.
• Work‑life balance: full‑time hours with schedules that vary based on business needs. Accrued generous paid time off; short/long‑term disability and an employee assistance program.
• Amenities: onsite gym, fitness classes, on‑site banking, award‑winning on‑site childcare with school‑age virtual learning classes and generous employee discounts (for both full‑time and part‑time employees).
• Educational assistance: tuition reimbursement for continuing education and career advancement (for both full‑time and part‑time employees).
• Paid time off: earned by both full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Branch: access earnings ahead of payday.

Location and Work Environment

Westminster Canterbury Richmond is a premier continuing‑care retirement community located in Richmond, established in 1975. The community is known for its tradition of service excellence and offers a supportive, collaborative work environment for its approximately 650 professionals.