Cook, Senior Living

Job overview

The Cook position is onsite in Chesapeake, VA, and pays $12.41–$18 per hour. Parsons Residential seeks a cook to prepare nutritious, high-quality meals for its senior residents. The cook prepares meals according to menus, dietary requirements, and resident preferences, and ensures timely service and appropriate presentation. The role also maintains kitchen sanitation, supports inventory control, and works with the Dietary Manager and kitchen staff to keep meal service operating smoothly.

What you'll do

• Prepare meals according to menus, dietary requirements, and resident preferences
• serve meals on time with attention to quality, portions, and presentation
• maintain a clean and sanitary kitchen
• store and handle food supplies properly
• assist with inventory and report shortages
• respond to dietary requests
• follow food safety regulations
• assist with training new kitchen staff as needed.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

cook

senior living

meal preparation

dietary requirements

food safety

kitchen sanitation

inventory control

resident dining

chesapeake va

parsons residential

$12.41–$18/hour

health insurance

paid time off

professional development

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• paid time off and holidays
• professional development
• company-paid life insurance
• company-paid employee assistance program.

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent is required; cooking experience in senior living, healthcare, or a restaurant is preferred.

About the employer

Parsons Residential is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.