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Cook – Assisted Living & Memory Care

Petersburg, VAOnsiteFull TimePosted 12 days ago

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Required skills

  • cook
  • assisted living
  • memory care
  • prepare meals
  • recipes
  • portion guidelines
  • dietary needs
  • special diets
  • food texture
  • menu planning

Nice to have

  • senior living experience
  • healthcare experience
  • food service experience

Role summary

Spring Oak Tri-Cities is seeking a dependable Cook for their assisted living and memory care residents in Petersburg, VA. The role involves preparing nutritious meals according to planned menus and dietary needs, managing inventory, ensuring food safety and sanitation, and maintaining a clean kitchen. Collaboration with dining and resident care teams is essential for a positive dining experience. Previous cooking experience, especially in senior living or healthcare, is preferred. Strong organization, time management, and teamwork skills are required.

Cook – Assisted Living & Memory Care

Spring Oak Tri-Cities | Petersburg, VA
Pay: $16.00 per hour
Full-Time

Welcome to the Spring Oak Family!

Spring Oak Tri-Cities is seeking a dependable Cook to prepare delicious, nutritious meals for our assisted living and memory care residents. Guided by our motto, “Welcome to the Family,” we create a warm, supportive environment where residents and team members feel valued.

If you enjoy cooking and making mealtimes special for older adults, we would love to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

  • Prepare and cook meals according to planned menus, recipes, and portion guidelines.

  • Follow residents’ dietary needs, special diets, and food texture requirements as directed.

  • Assist with menu planning and communicate necessary substitutions or adjustments to the supervisor.

  • Monitor food and supply levels, identify ordering needs, and maintain accurate inventory records.

  • Follow proper food handling, labeling, dating, and storage procedures.

  • Ensure meals are served at appropriate temperatures and presented attractively.

  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe kitchen, including workstations, equipment, and storage areas.

  • Follow sanitation and food safety procedures.

  • Work collaboratively with the dining and resident care teams to provide a positive dining experience.

Qualifications:

  • Previous cooking or food preparation experience preferred, especially in senior living, healthcare, or food service.

  • Knowledge of basic food safety, sanitation, and kitchen procedures.

  • Ability to follow menus, recipes, and dietary instructions.

  • Strong organization, time management, and teamwork skills.

  • A dependable, respectful approach to working with residents and team members.

  • Availability to work either listed shift and every other weekend.

Why Join Spring Oak?

As a family-owned and operated company, we take pride in creating a welcoming workplace where team members feel supported and valued.

Benefits for eligible employees include:

  • 401(k) with company match

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off (PTO)

  • A supportive, team-oriented work environment

Apply today to join the Spring Oak Tri-Cities family and help make every meal a welcoming experience for our residents!

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