Cook Part Time - Mornings

Pinnacle Living; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Double Time

Paid holidays

Personal half day

Free parking

PayActiv cash advance

LifeSolutions EPA

Referral bonus

Extra benefits for 30+ hrs

Job summary

Pinnacle Living is seeking a Cedarfield Kitchen Cook to support the resident dining program. You will prepare entrees, soups, vegetables, and salads following approved recipes for Independent Living, Assisted Living, Healthcare Services, and special functions.

Beyond cooking, you will help with batch prep, set up serving lines, maintain sanitation, and assist with food ordering. This role demands reliability, basic kitchen knowledge, and strong teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• 0–1 year of food production experience preferred.
• No certification or licensure required.
• Fundamental knowledge of general kitchen operations.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepares all food items following recipes and production sheets.
• Maintains high standards of quality and portion control.
• Sets up serving lines per menus and procedures.
• Maintains proper food storage with dating and labeling.
• Reviews and follows menus with Chef/Sous Chef guidance.
• Oversees walk-ins, refrigerators, and freezers; manages leftovers.
• Maintains sanitation and safety in the food prep area.
• Assists with ordering food items for daily production.
• Washes and cleans utensils and equipment.
• Reports repair and maintenance needs to Manager.
• Aims to ensure resident satisfaction.

Skills

Kitchen basics

Food safety

Communication

English comprehension

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

0-1 year food production experience

No certification or licensure required

Job description

• 6:00am - 2:30pm Part Time schedule varies.

Cedarfield Household Cook New

Job Description

In accordance with established recipes and production guidelines; prepares entrees, soups, starch, vegetables, and salads for use in Independent Living, Assisted Living, Healthcare Services, team member dining, and special functions. Completes all necessary food prep. Prepares batch cooking as required. Assists as needed in utility work as directed by supervisor. Maintains strict sanitation of work area to include equipment, floors, walls, etc.

Education, Experience, Certification And Licensure Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.


• 0-1 year of food production experience preferred.


• No certification or licensure required.

Job Duties

• Prepares all food items including meats, vegetables, soups, gravies, sauces, therapeutic diet items, eggs, and cereals, following production sheets & standardized recipes.


• Maintains high standards of quality food preparation and portion control in food.


• Sets up serving line(s) in accordance with departmental menus and procedures.


• Maintains proper food storage of all foods by sealing, labeling, and dating items before placing in appropriate refrigerator and/or freezer (date and description).


• Reviews and follows menus and shall make changes only in consultation with the Chef/Sous Chef.


• Oversees and maintains walk‑ins, refrigerators, and freezers. Oversees daily utilization of leftovers.


• Maintains proper sanitation and safety in food preparation area. Handles and prepares food in accordance with sanitary regulations, inspects foods and meats in storage, maintains sanitary conditions of floors, stoves, worktables, refrigerators, and freezers used in cooking.


• Works with Chef in menu planning and suggests changes, when necessary, in production or recipe itself.


• Makes daily inspection of pantries, corrects deficiencies, or communicates to supervisor.


• Assists Chef with ordering food items for daily production.


• Washes and cleans utensils and equipment utilized in production.


• Report repair and maintenance needs to Manager.


• Responsible for resident satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Fundamental knowledge of general kitchen and ingredient offerings to perform entry‑level duties in preparation and presentation of menu at community.


• Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage and preparation.


• Ability to learn Health Department Regulations related to food storage, preparation, and service.


• Strong ability to use and maintain kitchen equipment.


• Good communication skills.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Ability to lift 50lbs.


• Extensive walking, bending, stooping, standing, pulling, pushing, and carrying.


• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions in English.


• Ability to taste and smell.


• Exposure to heat and cold.


• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Double Time when working designated holidays.


• 8 Federal Holidays, including Martin Luther King Day and Juneteenth


• Paid Personal half day is provided each year.


• Free parking available


• PayActiv - Cash advance on your paycheck available


• Employee Assistance Program - LifeSolutions EPA


• Team Member referral bonus available


• Additional benefits are available for those who average 30+ hours per week.

Company Description

A Top Richmond Workplace Winner for the 7th year in a row! At Cedarfield our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life's Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents' cottages, apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences. Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do. If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Vaccination Requirement

Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living's company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.