Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Exact $20.00
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Work Schedule

Flexible
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Medical insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Early access to earned wages
Tuition Reimbursement
flexible scheduling
Paid Time Off

Job Description

Lakewood is a reputable regional leader in senior care, located in the west end of Richmond. With a mission focused on empowering individuals through purposeful living, Lakewood upholds core values such as faith, servant leadership, stewardship, integrity, peace of mind, innovation, and joy. The organization is dedicated to creating a supportive and caring environment that impacts lives and builds meaningful careers. At Lakewood, team members not only contribute to the well-being of the senior community but also benefit from a strong workplace culture that emphasizes respect, appreciation, and professional growth.

We are currently seeking a Full-Time Cook who will be... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • 3 years of culinary experience required
  • Senior living experience preferred
  • Willingness to perform routine, repetitive tasks and ability to regulate and maintain workflow
  • Pleasant personality and patience exhibited while interacting with residents, guests, and team members
  • Ability to read, write, communicate, and comprehend English
  • Maintain a clean and neat appearance

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • 3 years of culinary experience required
  • Senior living experience preferred
  • Ability to follow recipes and food safety standards
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Experience with scratch cooking
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job Duties

  • Follows standardized recipes and production sheet counts when preparing meals and adjusts recipes for amounts needed as necessary
  • Works on a state of the art dinner line alongside seasoned cooks
  • Operates in a high paced atmosphere preparing professional, high-end stacked and garnished dishes
  • Prepares foods based on the production schedules utilizing wholesome ingredients
  • Takes temperatures of foods during preparation and prior to service
  • Follows HACCP standards while producing food to ensure food safety measures are met
  • Tastes food prior to service and adjusts seasonings as needed, mindful of therapeutic diets
  • Adheres to all standards of food safety when handling food products and follows safety precautions when using kitchen equipment
  • Practices personal cleanliness, wears clean uniforms, changes soiled aprons frequently and wears hair coverings according to dress code

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location

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