Cook: part time

Benchmark Senior Living; Alexandria (VA); Presencial; USD 36.000 - 54.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Holiday benefits

Discounted meal program

Training & uniforms

Referral program

Wellness programs

401k with company match

Medical, Vision & Dental

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Eligibility varies by status

Descripción de la vacante

Benchmark at Alexandria is seeking a Cook to join our team, dedicated to preparing delicious and nutritious meals for our residents under Benchmark policies. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and resident satisfaction in a caring living environment.

You will operate kitchen equipment safely, assist in establishing production lines to meet meal times, and support the Food Services Director in maintaining high standards of food service and presentation for our residents.

Formación

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Culinary Arts training preferred.
• 2 years of dietary experience.
• Knowledge of dietary procedures, laws, regulations and guidelines for food service operations.
• Leadership ability and willingness to supervise personnel.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Primarily standing position; may stand for extended periods.

Responsabilidades

• Assures all dietary procedures are followed.
• Operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively.
• Establish food production line to ensure timely meals.
• Represent the community with a positive attitude to residents and families.
• Prepare and serve nutritious meals with high-quality presentation.

Conocimientos

Leadership

Dietary procedures knowledge

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Culinary Arts training preferred

Descripción del empleo

Connect with your calling. Join, stay, and grow with Benchmark.

Benchmark at Alexandria is looking for a Cook to join our team! As a Benchmark cook, your main role will be to make a difference in the lives of our residents by providing delicious and healthy meals. As a cook you will prepare food in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations with established Benchmark policies and procedures. The Food Services Director will oversee these duties to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times.

If you possess a dedication for creating quality cuisine, provide an energetic presence to your work, and are looking for a company that aligns with those values, then this opportunity is made for you! Take control of your work life balance with reliable, schedule-stabilizing hours.

Responsibilities

• Assures all dietary procedures are followed.
• Must be able to operate all kitchen equipment safely and effectively. Equipment may include a meat slicer, food processor, mixers, ovens, grills, steamers, dishwasher, dumb waiter, warmer cabinets.
• Assists in establishing food production line to ensure meals are prepared on time.
• Represents the community with a positive attitude and pride when interacting with potential residents and families.
• Prepares and serves nutritious meals, ensuring high-quality presentation and flavorful meals for our residents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Culinary Arts training preferred
• 2 years of dietary experience
• Must have knowledge of dietary procedures, as well as related laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to food service operations.
• Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise professional and non-professional personnel.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• This is primarily a standing position, may need to stand in one place for extended periods of time.

Benefits

As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety of benefits including, but not limited to, the following:

• 8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
• Discounted Meal Program
• Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
• Associate Referral Bonus Program
• Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
• Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
• Tuition Reimbursement Program*
• Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
• Eligibility may vary by employment status

Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.