Line Cook

LifeSpire of Virginia; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO (Paid Time Off)

Retirement contribution 4.5%

HSA match

Tuition reimbursement

Access to early earned wages

Positive work environment

Job summary

Cascades Independent Living Restaurant in Richmond, VA is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Line Cook to join our dining services team. You will prepare quality meals for our residents, staff, and guests in a collaborative kitchen.

You’ll follow recipes, maintain food safety, work with the Executive Chef and team, and participate in ongoing training. This role requires weekend/holiday availability and a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cooking methods, food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• Experience with cooking for larger quantities preferred.
• Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation practices.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods according to recipes and standards.
• Assist with all phases of food preparation for the Independent Living restaurant.
• Follow food safety, sanitation, storage and handling procedures.

Skills

Culinary basics

Teamwork

Food safety

Reading recipes

Food prep

Job description

Cascades Independent Living Restaurant | Richmond, VA

Bring your passion for cooking to a team that feels like family!

Are you a dependable cook who takes pride in preparing delicious meals and creating a great dining experience? Cascades is looking for a Full-Time Line Cook to join our dining services team and prepare quality meals for our residents, team members, and guests.

At Cascades, you’ll have the opportunity to put your culinary skills to work in a supportive environment where teamwork, quality, and hospitality matter. If you enjoy working in a collaborative kitchen and making a difference through great food and service, we’d love to meet you!

What We Offer

Benefits

We believe in taking care of the people who take care of our residents. Full-time team members enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• 4.5% employer retirement contribution
• Health Savings Account (HSA) match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Access to early earned wages
• Supportive leadership and a positive work environment
• Amazing residents and a collaborative dining services team

What You’ll Do

As a Line Cook at Cascades, you’ll help ensure our residents and guests enjoy delicious, well-prepared meals in a clean, safe, and welcoming dining environment.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Prepare and cook a variety of foods according to established recipes, quality standards, and menu requirements.
• Assist with all phases of food preparation for our Independent Living restaurant.
• Follow proper food safety, sanitation, storage, and food-handling procedures.
• Maintain clean, organized kitchen workspaces, equipment, walk‑in coolers, and freezers.
• Properly label, store, and rotate food items.
• Clean and sanitize kitchen equipment, utensils, and food preparation areas.
• Use appropriate serving equipment and follow established kitchen procedures.
• Work closely with the Executive Chef, Sous Chef, Lead Cooks, and the dining services team.
• Participate in on‑the‑job and ongoing training.
• Follow all departmental policies, safety procedures, and applicable health regulations.
• Help maintain a positive, respectful, and team‑oriented kitchen environment.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Basic knowledge of cooking methods, food preparation, and kitchen operations.
• Ability to read, write, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Experience preparing food in larger quantities is preferred.
• Knowledge of proper food safety and sanitation practices.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team in a fast‑paced kitchen.
• A dependable, positive attitude and pride in preparing quality food.
• Ability to stand and walk for much of the shift, reach, bend, and lift or carry food supplies and kitchen equipment as needed.

Schedule & Availability

• Job Type: Full-time
• Hours: Minimum of 40 hours per week
• Schedule: Assigned by the Executive Chef
• Availability: Weekends and holidays are required

Work Environment

This position works in a well‑lit, ventilated kitchen environment. The role involves standing and walking for much of the workday, along with bending, reaching, and handling food and kitchen equipment.

Cascades is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.