Line Cook

Atlantic Shores; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

PTO 104 hours annually

Holiday pay 1.5x

Overtime pay 1.5x

Referral bonus

Star Employee Recognition Program

401k with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Educational partnerships

Job summary

Atlantic Shores in Virginia Beach is seeking a Line Cook to join our culinary team in a vibrant continuing care retirement community. You will help prepare daily meals with precision, collaborate with experienced chefs, and follow standardized recipes to deliver meals that nourish residents.

The role emphasizes sanitation, organization, teamwork, and punctuality. A one-year culinary certificate or equivalent experience is expected, and culinary students are welcome to apply.

Qualifications

• One year certificate from college or technical school; or one-year related experience.
• Ability to communicate professionally with team.
• Punctual and reliable transportation.
• Experience in hotel/restaurant/health care facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare three daily meals according to standardized recipes.
• Maintain sanitary handling and clean preparation area.
• Prepare and serve required portions and manage leftovers.
• Collaborate with culinary team to use various cooking techniques.
• Report to the Executive Chef and keep station organized.

Skills

Culinary experience

Teamwork

Sanitation and safety

Time management

Reliability

Positive attitude

Education

Culinary certificate or equivalent

Job description

DescriptionAre you ready to make meals that matter? Join our culinary team as a Line Cook, where your passion for food directly nourishes the lives of the residents in our vibrant retirement community. In this role, you'll collaborate with experienced chefs to prepare daily meals with precision and care - using diverse cooking techniques and recipes in a kitchen that values organization, safety, and flavor.What You’ll Bring:Culinary experience in hospitality or healthcare settingsStrong teamwork and communication skillsAttention to sanitation, organization, and time managementA reliable and positive attitude Why You’ll Love It Here:No late nights.Positive team environment and culture.Room to grow.Awesome total rewards package.Cook with purpose. Build community. Apply today and become part of a team where every dish delivers comfort, dignity, and joy. Culinary students are welcome to apply!Earn a competitive hourly rate based on years of experience.Additional compensation includes:Generous PTO beginning with a maximum of 104 hours annually1.5x Holiday Pay1.5x Overtime Pay for every hour worked over 40 hours per weekReferral Bonus for new employee referrals that join our teamStar Employee Recognition Program including monetary awardsBenefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, Supplemental: Accident/Cancer/Critical Illness, Legal Resources, and Identity Theft401k with company matchTuition reimbursement: up to $5,250 annually for qualifying courseworkEducational Partnership Discounts: South University, ECPI, Regent University, St. Leo University, and Colorado Christian UniversityPosition Summary: The Line Cook position is responsible, in accordance with policies and procedures that are established, for preparation for three daily meals. The Line Cook is responsible for sanitary handling and preparation of food, using standardized recipes, meeting daily meal schedules, serving required portions, utilizing leftovers, and caring for and cleaning equipment. The Line Cook position reports to the Executive Chef.Collaborates with culinary team to prepare dishes utilizing different cooking techniques as per standardized recipes.Maintains a clean and organized area throughout the shift.Adheres to sanitation and safety procedures.Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor to execute test recipes.Education and/or Experience: One year certificate from college or technical school; or one-year related experience and/or training as Cook in a hotel, restaurant, club, health care facility or similar institution; or equivalent combination of education and experience.Uses professional communication skills.Ability to collaborate with culinary team members.Organization and time-management skills.Must have reliable transportation to work and be punctual.Positive attitude and teamwork.QualificationsOur vision at Atlantic Shores is "To be a neighborhood where people want to live and work." Located in Virginia Beach, we are an award-winning continuing care retirement community serving ages 55 and up. We live our mission of being a welcoming neighborhood promoting active lifestyles in a community which ensures freedom, dignity, wellness, independence and security for all residents and staff.Our Core Values include:Service to othersCulture of Trust/HonestyLeadership to GrowLoyaltyWhy choose us? For a rewarding opportunity.We are looking for people who have a heart full of compassion, people who are warm and kind. Here at Atlantic Shores, you will have the opportunity to make a wonderful difference in someone’s life every day. Employment with Atlantic Shores comes with great benefits - with the flexibility to choose the health and welfare plans to best meet your needs.