Healthcare Prep Cook

Lakewood is a distinguished regional leader in senior care located in the west end of Richmond. Committed to empowering individuals through choices in purposeful living, Lakewood operates with foundational values including faith, servant leadership, stewardship, integrity, peace of mind, innovation, and creating joy. As an establishment dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of its residents, Lakewood fosters an environment where employees not only deliver excellent care but also build meaningful careers. The organization is well-regarded for its workplace excellence, where leadership demonstrates consistent appreciation and support for team members, ensuring a nurturing and rewarding work environment.

The role on offer is a full-time Cook position, primarily working the evening shift from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM. Shifts include every other weekend and one morning shift per week, with an hourly wage of up to $20.00. This is an exciting opportunity to join a well-established senior care provider where your culinary skills contribute directly to the comfort and satisfaction of residents. As a Cook at Lakewood, you will be responsible for preparing meals following standardized recipes and production schedules, using commercial kitchen equipment and quantity food preparation techniques. The role emphasizes food safety, quality, and freshness, requiring adherence to HACCP standards and safe handling practices. Cooks are encouraged to take pride in their craftsmanship by working in a high-paced, professional environment focused on creating high-end, garnished dishes.

Working at Lakewood comes with several perks, including free meals, flexible scheduling, team member appreciation events, and generous paid time off. The organization also supports career growth through tuition and educational reimbursement and provides competitive benefits such as medical, vision, and dental insurance, early access to earned wages, a 403B dollar-for-dollar match, and contributions to HSA accounts. Lakewood values energy, compassion, creativity, and talent, offering its team a supportive atmosphere where work and life integration, coaching, and development opportunities are priorities. This is an exceptional chance for culinary professionals seeking to make a meaningful difference within the senior living community while advancing their career in a respected and innovative care setting.