Line Cook

Ericksonseniorlivingcareers; Ashburn, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO (Paid Time Off)

401k with 3% match

Meal discount (30%)

Job summary

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living is hiring Line Cooks passionate about great food, teamwork, and growth to join our kitchen.

This full-time role runs 12 noon to 9:00 pm, offering benefits and growth toward Sous Chef roles. The position includes a 401(k) match and paid time off, with a focus on scratch cooking and chef-inspired menus across a thriving community.

Join a team that values authentic collaboration and resident-focused dining in a continuing care setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of cook-to-order experience.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Ability to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, from hot kitchens to cold refrigerators and freezers.

Responsibilities

• Consistently prepare all meals and menu items following proper safety and cooking techniques.
• Ensure accurate portioning, plating, temperature, and presentation of meals.
• Utilize culinary skills to create high-quality dishes that enhance resident satisfaction.
• Keep the kitchen and workstation clean and sanitized at all times.

Skills

Cook to order experience

Teamwork

Job description

Location:

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living

Ashby Ponds is currently seeking Line Cooks who are passionate about great food, teamwork, and career growth to join our team. You will play a key role in driving our innovative Signature Dining Programs, which embraces scratch cooking, and chef‑inspired culinary creations.

What we offer

• Compensation: $18.00 -$23.00 per hour, based upon experience
• Full time schedule 12 noon to 9:00 pm
• Most of our restaurant's team members are out before 9pm
• Growth Opportunities – build valuable kitchen and food service skills while working alongside an experienced culinary team. This role provides hands‑on learning opportunities and a clear pathway for career advancement, including the potential to grow into a Sous Chef position and other culinary roles with the organization.
• PTO, volunteer hours, and competitive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices!
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• A culture where employees feel comfortable being their true and authentic selves

How you will make an impact

• Consistently prepare all meals and menu items following proper safety and cooking techniques.
• Ensure accurate portioning, plating, temperature, and presentation of meals.
• Utilize your culinary skills to create high-quality dishes that enhance resident satisfaction.
• Keep the kitchen and workstation clean and sanitized at all times.

What you will need

• Minimum of 1 year of cook-to-order experience
• Ability to work weekends and holidays
• Ability to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work in varying temperatures, from hot kitchens to cold refrigerators and freezers

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Ashby Ponds is a beautiful 132-acre continuing care retirement community in Loudoun County, Virginia. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Ashby Ponds helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well‑being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work‑life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.