Prep Cook

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living; Travilah (MD); On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401k with company match

30% dining discount

Growth opportunities

Onsite medical centers

Job summary

Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living is seeking a Prep Cook I to join our culinary team. If you’re passionate about food and teamwork, with culinary experience, you will contribute to our Signature Dining Programs, engaging in à la minute cooking and creating chef-inspired dishes in state-of-the-art kitchens.

We offer a compensation of $17.00–$19.00 per hour, with benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401k with company match, and a 30% dining discount on site.

Qualifications

• Kitchen or restaurant experience preferred; training available.
• Able to work weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Work in varying temperatures from hot kitchens to cold areas.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assemble food items according to recipes and standards.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen and workstation.
• Support residents by preparing menu items that align with Signature Dining Programs.

Skills

Kitchen experience

Teamwork

Safety sanitation

Weekend availability

Job description

Location: Ashby Ponds by Erickson Senior Living

Join our team as a Prep Cook if you’re passionate about food and teamwork, with culinary experience. You will contribute to our Signature Dining Programs, engaging in à la minute cooking and creating chef-inspired dishes, while working with a dedicated team in state-of-the-art kitchens and using top-notch equipment.

What we offer

• Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour, based with experience
• Quality of life – most of our restaurant's team members are out before 9pm
• 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!
• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
• 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

• Assist in the consistent preparation all food items according to proper safety and cooking techniques
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen and work station
• Use your culinary talents to prepare and assemble high quality menu items that drive resident satisfaction

What you will need

• Prior service and/or kitchen experience is highly preferred, but willing to train
• Must be able to work weekends and holidays.
• Be able 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.