Prep Cook

660 Avery Point, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with company match

Free parking

On-site gym

Employee assistance program

Discount programs

Job summary

Avery Point by Erickson Senior Living in Short Pump, VA is hiring a Prep Cook to join our culinary team. You will contribute to Signature Dining Programs, preparing dishes with care in a state-of-the-art kitchen, and working with a dedicated team to ensure resident satisfaction.

We offer full-time health benefits, 401k with company match, free parking, on-site gym, and employee assistance programs. The job requires weekend availability and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Must have culinary experience and be able to work in a fast-paced kitchen.
• Ability to work weekends and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in variable temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Assist in consistent preparation of all food items according to safety and cooking techniques.
• Maintain a clean and sanitized kitchen and workstation.
• Use culinary skills to prepare and assemble high-quality menu items for residents.

Skills

Culinary experience

Teamwork

Food preparation

Job description

Location: Avery Point by Erickson Senior Living Compensation: $16/hr - $18/hr, based on experience. No late nights, out by 9pm or earlier. Full Time Health Benefit options: Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, free parking, employee assistance programs, on-site gym, discount programs, and more. Location: Short Pump, VA Career Growth opportunities with training.

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

• 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!
• 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

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

• Must be able to work some 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

Avery Point is a beautiful 94-acre continuing care retirement community located in Short Pump, Virginia, just minutes from downtown Richmond. 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. Avery Point 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. Since 1983, Erickson Senior Living’s national network of managed communities has been devoted to one mission—helping people live better lives. If you're driven to make a difference and feel passionate about what you do, you'll thrive in an Erickson Senior Living career. Experience a work and social environment beyond the traditional office setting, with access to multiple on-campus dining choices, health and wellness facilities, lush green spaces, and so much more. Come see why we’re among the most respected names in senior living, now serving 27,000 residents with a team of more than 14,000 employees.