Lead Senior Cook - Multi-Venue Dining & Training

Westminster-Canterbury-On-Chesapeake-Bay; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life & Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan with Employer Match

PTO & 6 Paid Holidays (+ 2 Floating)

Tuition Assistance + Scholarships for

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Legal/Identity Theft Protection Plans

Team Member Discounts

Career Growth & Leadership Development

Job summary

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach seeks a Senior Cook to prepare hot items for dining venues and events. You will follow recipes, ensure quality and safety, and collaborate with the culinary team to deliver appealing, properly portioned meals for residents, staff, and guests.

Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required, and candidates should demonstrate respect, passion, and professionalism in all interactions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• 1–3 years of experience in a professional, commercial, or institutional kitchen.
• Knowledge of food safety, sanitation, food handling, and preparation.
• Ability to follow recipes and established procedures.
• Ability to work weekends, holidays, and special events.
• Ability to maintain a clean, safe, and organized work environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble hot and cold food items, including entrees, soups, vegetables, salads, appetizers, accompaniments, and garnishes, according to recipes and preparation sheets.
• Prepare food for multiple dining venues, including the main dining room, healthcare, resident café, employee dining, and special functions.
• Complete advance food preparation and ensure meals are tasteful, appealing, properly portioned, and presented according to standards.
• Monitor and document food temperatures and maintain proper food storage and handling procedures.
• Complete required production and productivity records and ensure food is properly stored at the end of meal service.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area while following all food safety, sanitation, and equipment procedures.
• Support special functions and work effectively across various kitchen stations as needed.
• Collaborate with the Sous Chef and culinary team to address unusual or unexpected food preparation issues.
• Assist in training and mentoring fellow culinary team members and promote teamwork and professionalism.
• Follow fire safety and emergency procedures and assist with kitchen evacuation when necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Food safety

Follow recipes

Weekend/holiday availability

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in Culinary Arts

Job description

Westminster-Canterbury on Chesapeake Bay in Virginia Beach seeks a Senior Cook to prepare hot items for dining venues and events. You will follow recipes, ensure quality and safety, and collaborate with the culinary team to deliver appealing, properly portioned meals for residents, staff, and guests.

Flexibility to work weekends and holidays is required, and candidates should demonstrate respect, passion, and professionalism in all interactions.