Relief Cook

Resort Lifestyle Communities; Williamsburg (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay on demand

Employee discounts

Job summary

Resort Lifestyle Communities is seeking a Relief Cook to cover Saturdays and Sundays in our scratch-based kitchen in Williamsburg, VA. You’ll prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner, ensuring meals are safely cooked, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences.

Build friendly relationships with residents and teammates to create a warm weekend atmosphere. We’re looking for candidates who are at least 18, can work Sundays and Mondays, have kitchen prep experience, and can obtain a food

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Ability to work every Sunday and Monday, at least 8 hours per day.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking is preferred.
• Ability to secure food handler permits as required within two weeks of starting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking proteins and vegetables and ensuring plates look appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by sharing ideas and staying attentive on the service line.
• Complete all opening and closing tasks for each shift, assisting teammates to keep the kitchen clean and organized.
• Keep stations stocked and organized by maintaining supplies and monitoring refrigeration.
• Maintain a sanitary kitchen by cleaning areas and recording temperatures.

Skills

Weekend availability

Age 18+

English proficiency

Kitchen prep experience

Food handler permit within 2 weeks

Job description

As our Relief Cook, you’ll step in on Saturdays and Sundays to ensure residents enjoy the same high quality dining experience they receive throughout the week. Working in our scratch-based kitchen, you’ll prepare breakfast, lunch, and dinner as scheduled, creating meals that are safely cooked, visually appealing, and portioned to resident preferences. Just as importantly, you’ll build positive relationships with residents, guests, and team members to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere every weekend.

What We’re Looking For

• Must be at least 18 years of age or older.
• Ability to work every Sunday and Monday, at least 8 hours per day.
• Ability to read, speak and understand basic English.
• Experience in kitchen preparation and cooking, preferred.
• Ability to secure appropriate food handler permits as required by local ordinances within two (2) weeks of first day of employment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and present high-quality dishes by cooking a wide variety of proteins and vegetables using methods such as broiling, grilling, frying, and sautéing, and ensuring every plate looks appealing.
• Engage in continuous improvement by contributing ideas during meetings, staying open to feedback, and maintaining attentive coverage of the service line during meal hours.
• Complete all assigned opening and closing tasks for each shift, including morning setup or end-of-day shutdown, while supporting teammates with shared duties to maintain a clean, safe, and organized kitchen.
• Keep stations fully stocked and well organized by maintaining adequate food supplies, refreshing pantry items for freshness and appearance, and monitoring refrigeration as needed.
• Ensure a sanitary kitchen environment by thoroughly cleaning work areas and equipment and regularly checking and recording food, refrigeration, and dish-machine temperatures to support safety and satisfaction.

Why RLC?

• Awesome Perks: Enjoy your pay on demand, employee discounts, and more.
• Fast-growing, family-owned company with 60+ communities nationwide
• Supportive leadership in a beautiful, resort-style environment
• A purpose-driven role where you make a difference every day

Ready to Cook with Heart?

Bring your servant heart to a place that feels like family.